wünschenswert

B2

desirable

English meaning
desirable

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wünschenswert in a sentence

Ein wünschenswertes Ziel ist wichtig für die Motivation.

A desirable goal is important for motivation.

Comparative and superlative

wünschenswert → wünschenswerter → am wünschenswertesten

Word family

wünschenswert is built from wünschen (wish, desire) and wert (value). German builds meaning by welding words together, so knowing the parts usually gives you the whole.

Where wünschenswert comes from

Zusammensetzung aus dem Verb wünschen und dem Adjektiv wert

Words that go with wünschenswert

Questions about wünschenswert

What is the comparative of wünschenswert?

wünschenswert → wünschenswerter → am wünschenswertesten.

What does wünschenswert mean in English?

wünschenswert means "desirable". For example: "Ein wünschenswertes Ziel ist wichtig für die Motivation." — "A desirable goal is important for motivation."

What level is wünschenswert in German?

wünschenswert is a B2 word — b2 — upper-intermediate.

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