No. 2,734 in German
ideal
Something perfect or the highest standard; a principle or value to strive towards.
In a sentence
Diese Landschaft ist ideal für einen entspannenden Urlaub.
This landscape is ideal for a relaxing vacation.
The word 'ideal' is used as an adjective to describe the suitability of the landscape for the purpose.
Mein ideales Leben wäre ein Leben in Harmonie und Frieden.
My ideal life would be a life in harmony and peace.
Here, 'ideales' modifies 'Leben', expressing an aspiration or a standard of perfection.
Er strebt jeden Tag nach seinem Ideal.
He strives every day towards his ideal.
'Ideal' is used as a noun, indicating a principle or standard that is considered perfect.
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