schnulzig
sentimental, cheesy, mushy, sappy
English translations
- 01
sentimental
- 02
schmaltzy
- 03
corny
Word details
- German meaning
- Schnulzig bedeutet übertrieben gefühlvoll und sentimental, oft abwertend gemeint.
- English meaning
- corny
- Synonym
- kitschig, sentimental
- German example
- Der Film war so schnulzig, dass ich weinen musste.
- English example
- The movie was so corny that I had to cry.
- Comparative
- schnulzigerSuperlative: am schnulzigsten
Example sentences with “schnulzig”
Der Film war mir viel zu schnulzig. (The movie was way too cheesy for me.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'schnulzig' a formal German adjective?
No, 'schnulzig' is an informal, colloquial adjective derived from the noun 'Schnulze' (a sentimental song or movie). It is used to describe things that are overly romantic or maudlin.