Translation of German word "Erfahrung" to English
dieErfahrung
/ɛʁˈfaʁxʊŋ/
Meaning
NounThe effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering.
How to use
The feminine noun Erfahrung ('experience') is derived from erfahren (to experience/find out) and declines regularly (plural Erfahrungen). The related adjective is erfahren (experienced).
🇬🇧 English
Erfahrung
Example
Meine Erfahrung sagt mir, dass es nicht funktioniert.
My experience tells me that it won't work.
Ich habe viel Erfahrung in diesem Bereich.
I have a lot of experience in this field.
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Common phrases
- Erfahrung sammeln— to gather / gain experience
- aus Erfahrung— from experience / by experience (idiom)
- in Erfahrung bringen— to find out / learn (idiom, requires 'bringen' + accusative topic: 'in Erfahrung bringen')
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What is the definition of the German word "die Erfahrung"?▼
The German word "die Erfahrung" is defined as: "The effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering."
What does the German word "die Erfahrung" mean?▼
The German word "die Erfahrung" means "Erfahrung" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Meine Erfahrung sagt mir, dass es nicht funktioniert." (which translates as "My experience tells me that it won't work.").
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