wichtig

adj · /ˈvɪçtɪç/ ·

Etymology

From the same root as Gewicht (“weight”) + -ig (“-y”), thus pertaining to wiegen (“to weigh”). See also gewichtig, a (formal or elevated) synonym of wichtig. Weight is often used as a metaphor for importance; compare German schwerwiegend (“serious, grave”), as well as English weighty, heavy.

Translation

important, relevant, significant, weighty

Sport ist wichtig für die Gesundheit.

Exercising is important for your health.

Ich habe gleich einen wichtigen Termin.

I'm about to have an important meeting.

Dieser Punkt war ihm sehr wichtig.

That point was very important to him. / He considered that point very important.