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Magie
German → American English
American English
magic
Das Übernatürliche oder geheimnisvolle Wirken, das etwas scheinbar Unmögliches bewirkt; auch die besondere, faszinierende Ausstrahlung von etwas.
Die Magie des Ortes hat mich sofort fasziniert.Magie is usually used for ‘magic’ in a broad, often neutral or literary sense. For stage tricks or card tricks, Germans often prefer Zauberei or Zauberkunst.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Magie" mean in English?
"Magie" means "magic."
Is "Magie" the same as "Zauberei"?
They overlap, but "Magie" is broader and can sound more abstract or literary, while "Zauberei" is often used for magic tricks or sorcery.
How do you use "Magie" in a sentence?
Example: "Die Magie des Augenblicks war kaum zu beschreiben." = "The magic of the moment was hard to describe."