Translation of German word "Hoffnung" to English
dieHoffnung
/hoːfn̩ʊŋ/
Meaning
NounA feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen; trust that something positive will occur.
How to use
The feminine noun Hoffnung ('hope') is derived from hoffen (to hope) and declines regularly (plural Hoffnungen).
🇬🇧 English
hope
Example
Ich habe Hoffnung auf ein besseres Leben.
I have hope for a better life.
Meine Hoffnung ist, dass du gesund bist.
My hope is that you are healthy.
Your personal vocabulary
🦊 Use this word in a live AI conversationSynonyms
Common phrases
- Hoffnung haben— to have hope / be hopeful
- Hoffnung aufgeben— to give up hope / lose hope (requires direct accusative object)
- sich Hoffnung machen auf— to hope for / have expectations (requires dative reflexive + 'auf' + accusative)
More Abstract Concepts words
This concept in other languages
📖 Related grammar
Frequency rank: #515 in German
Learn them all! 🚀
Master the 1000 most common German words with smart explanations, audio pronunciation, and spaced repetition.
Start Learning For Free →No sign-up required
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "die Hoffnung"?▼
The German word "die Hoffnung" is defined as: "A feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen; trust that something positive will occur."
What does the German word "die Hoffnung" mean?▼
The German word "die Hoffnung" means "hope" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Hoffnung"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "Hoffnung" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "Hoffnung"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich habe Hoffnung auf ein besseres Leben." (which translates as "I have hope for a better life.").
Other words with article die
Related reading
Der, Die, Das: How to Master German Articles Without Memorizing Rules
A practical guide to learning German noun genders. Discover pattern-based shortcuts, suffix rules, and memory techniques that actually work — no rote memorization needed.
Read →GermanHow Many Words Do You Need to Be Fluent in German?
Discover the science of vocabulary acquisition. Learn how many German words are needed for basic conversations, professional fluency, and near-native comprehension.
Read →