munter

cheerful, wide awake

English translations

  1. 01

    brisk

  2. 02

    jaunty

  3. 03

    cheerful

  4. 04

    lively

  5. 05

    sprightly

Word details

German meaning
Fröhlich und lebhaft; in guter Stimmung.
English meaning
Cheerful
Synonym
fröhlich, lebhaft
German example
Die Kinder waren nach dem Ausflug sehr munter.
English example
The children were very cheerful after the excursion.
Comparative
muntererSuperlative: am muntersten
Opposite of
merry, awake, brisk, cheerymüde / matt / schlapp

Example sentences with “munter”

  1. Sie ist schon ganz munter. (She is already wide awake.)

Frequently asked questions

Is it formal?

No, it's quite cozy and warm, often used for children or mornings.