Word
magical
Phoneticsmag·i·cal, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmædʒɪkəɫ/
UK/mˈædʒɪkəl/
Definitions
01using magic
B1 · Intermediate
adj. relating to or using magic powers.
adj. relating to, produced by, or using the agency of magic or supernatural forces.
Español:mágico
“In the story, the hero finds a magical sword that can talk.”
“The ancient legends are filled with magical creatures that guard hidden treasures in the deep forests.”
Synonyms
02enchanting or wonderful
B1 · Intermediate
adj. very beautiful, special, or exciting in a way that makes you feel happy.
adj. possessing a quality of enchantment; exceptionally pleasing or delightful in a way that suggests a supernatural charm.
“We had a magical evening walking along the beach under the stars.”
“The atmosphere in the old city during the festival was truly magical, with lanterns lighting up every narrow street.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “magical” in context.
Verb
01. create a magical atmosphere
“The organizers used thousands of fairy lights to create a magical atmosphere for the outdoor wedding.”
verb + adj + noun
02. weave a magical spell
“The storyteller managed to weave a magical spell over the audience, keeping them silent for hours.”
verb + adj + noun
Adjective
03. magical powers
“In the folklore of this region, the forest spirits are said to possess extraordinary magical powers.”
adj + noun
04. magical realism
“Gabriel García Márquez is widely considered the master of magical realism in modern literature.”
adj + noun
05. truly magical
“The sunset over the Santorini coast was truly magical, painting the sky in shades of violet and gold.”
adv + adj
Noun
06. sense of magical wonder
“The children explored the toy shop with a profound sense of magical wonder.”
noun + of + adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“Don’t on any account miss this magical journey through the imagination of a great modern artist.” “Their rides, festival fare, arcade-style games and high-altitude attractions are not just amusing; they’re what some might describe as magical, sustaining these sites for centuries.” Etymology
From magic + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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Traducciones: Kaikki.org (Wiktionary), CC BY-SA 4.0