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verwunschen
German → American English
American English
curse
von einem Zauber oder Fluch belegt; geheimnisvoll, märchenhaft oder unheimlich wirkend
Der alte Wald wirkte verwunschen und geheimnisvoll.Use verwunschen for places, forests, castles, or atmospheres that feel eerie, enchanted, or fairy-tale-like. It is more literary than everyday speech.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „verwunschen“ mean in English?
It usually means „enchanted,“ „spellbound,“ or „cursed,“ depending on context.
Is „verwunschen“ the same as „verflucht“?
Not exactly. „Verflucht“ means „cursed“ in a direct, negative sense, while „verwunschen“ can also suggest something magical or fairy-tale-like.
How do you use „verwunschen“ in a sentence?
You can say: „ein verwunschener Wald“ or „eine verwunschene Burg“.