wonderful
word
/ˈwəndɝfəɫ/
WUN-der-fuhl
/wˈʌndəfəl/
WUN-duh-fuhl
Definition
Something that causes great pleasure, admiration, or amazement; extremely good or impressive.
Usage & Nuances
Very positive, informal to neutral tone. Often used for experiences, places, people, or things. 'Wonderful' is stronger than 'good' but less intense than 'amazing' or 'incredible.' Common phrases: 'That's wonderful!', 'have a wonderful day.' Not used for negative or minor compliments.
Spanish: maravilloso - estupendoPortuguese (BR): maravilhoso - incrívelPortuguese (PT): maravilhoso - fantásticoChinese (Simplified): 美妙的 - 极好的Chinese (Traditional): 美妙的 - 極好的Hindi: शानदार - अद्भुतArabic: رائع - مذهلBengali: অসাধারণ - চমৎকারRussian: замечательный - чудесный - прекрасныйJapanese: 素晴らしい - 素敵なVietnamese: tuyệt vời - tuyệt diệuKorean: 멋진 - 훌륭한 - 정말 좋은Turkish: harika - şahane - mükemmelUrdu: شاندار - زبردستIndonesian: luar biasa - indah - hebat
Example Sentences
What a wonderful view!
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She gave me a wonderful gift for my birthday.
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The weather is wonderful today.
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You did a wonderful job on the project!
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We had a wonderful time at the beach last weekend.
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Isn’t it wonderful how everyone is helping each other?
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