Du bist wunderbar
You are wonderful
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/duː bɪst ˈvʊndɐbaːɐ̯/
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Cultural Note
This is one of the most direct and heartfelt compliments in German. 'Wunderbar' literally means 'wonder-ful' — capable of inspiring wonder. It's stronger and more emotional than 'toll' (great) or 'super.'
📝 Example Sentences
Du bist wunderbar, weißt du das?
You are wonderful, do you know that?
Ich sage es dir immer wieder: Du bist wunderbar.
I keep telling you: You are wonderful.
Du bist ein wunderbarer Mensch.
You are a wonderful person.