ADJECTIVE
wirksam/ˈvɪʁkˌzaːm/effective; efficacious; in effect
wirksam is a German adjective that means effective, efficacious, or in effect. It is pronounced /ˈvɪʁkˌzaːm/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "wirksamer" and "wirksamsten".
Definitions
1.producing the desired result; effective(general use)
a.having a positive or intended effect
Das neue Medikament ist sehr wirksam gegen Kopfschmerzen.—The new medicine is very effective against headaches.
2.in effect; valid from a certain time(legal/administrative)
a.officially in force or valid
Das Gesetz ist ab Januar wirksam.—The law is effective from January.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | wirksam |
|---|---|
| Comparative | wirksamer |
| Superlative | wirksamsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "wirksam" mean in English?
- "wirksam" means effective, efficacious, or in effect. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "wirksam"?
- "wirksam" is pronounced /ˈvɪʁkˌzaːm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "wirksam"?
- The comparative of "wirksam" is "wirksamer" and the superlative is "wirksamsten".
- What part of speech is "wirksam"?
- "wirksam" is a adjective in German.
