herzlich
warm, heartfelt, cordial
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈhɛʁt͡slɪç/
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Cultural Note
Herzlich comes from 'Herz' (heart) and is one of the most common words in German greetings and well-wishes. 'Herzlich willkommen' and 'Herzlichen Glückwunsch' are essential phrases every German learner should know.
📝 Example Sentences
Herzlich willkommen!
Welcome! (lit: heartily welcome)
Sie ist ein herzlicher Mensch.
She is a warm person.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Geburtstag!
Happy Birthday! (lit: heartfelt congratulations)
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | herzlich |
| comparative | herzlicher |
| predicative | herzlich |
| superlative | am herzlichsten |