dekorativ
decorative; ornamental; aesthetic
English translations
- 01
decorative
- 02
ornamental
Word details
- German meaning
- Dekorativ bedeutet, dass etwas dazu dient, einen Raum oder ein Objekt schöner zu machen; es ist schmückend oder verschönernd.
- English meaning
- Decorative means that something serves to make a room or object more beautiful; it is ornamental or embellishing.
- Synonym
- schmückend, zierend
- German example
- Die dekorative Vase auf dem Tisch ist ein echter Blickfang.
- English example
- The decorative vase on the table is a real eye-catcher.
- Comparative
- dekorativerSuperlative: am dekorativsten
Related words
- ummantelt
Sheathed, covered, wrapped with a protective or decorative layer.
- gefiedert
Feathered
- kosmetisch
cosmetic
- Schmuck
Jewelry
- Vase
Vase
- Vignette
Vignette
- Crystal
Crystal
- Lavalampe
A lava lamp is a decorative lamp containing wax globules that rise and fall in a liquid due to heat.
- Schleife
Bow
- Garnierung
Garnish
- Galionsfigur
Figurehead
- Nußknacker
nutcracker
- Spange
Clip
- Verzierung
Decoration
- Sahnehaube
Whipped cream topping
- Bildchen
Small picture
- Bändchen
Ribbon
- Deckchen
A doily is a small, often decorative cloth placed on furniture or other surfaces.
- Zierpflanze
Ornamental plant
- Mauervorsprung
Ledge
- Barrette
Barrette
- Quast
A tassel is a decorative tuft of threads, cords, or similar material that is tied together at one end.
- Drachenstatue
Dragon statue
- Bauernmalerei
Folk art painting
- Krönchen
Small crown, coronet
- Figürchen
Figurine
- Weihnachtsbaumkugel
A Christmas tree bauble is a decorative sphere traditionally used to decorate a Christmas tree.
- Mäntelchen
Capelet
- Schächtelchen
Small box
- Altaraufsatz
Altarpiece
- Glasvase
A glass vase is a decorative container made of glass, mainly used to hold flowers or other plants.
- Porzellanvase
Porcelain vase
- Porzellanfigur
Porcelain figurine
- Sonnenschirmchen
Parasol
- Überdecke
Throw blanket
- ajourieren
To pierce, to perforate
- Bettüberwurf
Bedspread
- Franse
Fringe
- Wasserspeier
A gargoyle is a decorative architectural element that serves to divert rainwater away from a building.
- Spitze
Top, peak; lace
- Kulisse
Backdrop
- Kronleuchter
A chandelier is a decorative hanging light fixture with multiple arms for candles or lamps.
- Schärpe
Sash
- Monogramm
Monogram
- Christbaumkugel
Christmas ornament
- Feston
Festoon
- Rüsche
Ruffle
- Perlmutter
Mother-of-pearl
- Ornament
An ornament is a decorative embellishment used to beautify something.
Example sentences with “dekorativ”
Das Gemälde dient nur dekorativen Zwecken. (The painting serves only decorative purposes.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'dekorativ' an adjective that can be declined?
Yes, 'dekorativ' is a standard German adjective. It follows the weak, strong, or mixed declension rules depending on the preceding article (e.g., 'ein dekoratives Bild', 'das dekorative Bild').