sonnig

adjective
sunny
A2

An adjective meaning 'sunny' (bright weather). It’s gradable: comparative sonniger, superlative am sonnigsten. Used to describe weather, skies, moods. Not reflexive or taking special prepositions. Formed regularly as an adjective; can be used attributively, predicatively and adverbially.

Examples

Weil das Wochenende sonnig war, machten die Familien einen langen Ausflug, der allen gefiel.
Because the weekend was sunny, the families took a long trip that everyone enjoyed.
Morgen wird es sonnig und warm.
Tomorrow will be sunny and warm.

Details

GradableYes
Comparativesonniger
Superlativeam sonnigsten
ParticipleNo

Mnemonics

👁️Picture a bright sun with rays and the word 'sonnig' beneath it.
👂Sounds like 'sonny' — think of a sunny day to remember 'sonnig'.

Notes

Common adjective for weather descriptions.

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