Translation of German word "Schuld" to English
dieSchuld
Meaning
NounResponsibility for wrongdoing.
How to use
Schuld ('guilt / debt / blame / fault') is a feminine noun: die Schuld (plural: die Schulden — debts). Schuld an etwas haben — To be at fault for something. Schuldgefühl — Feeling of guilt. Schulden machen — To run up debts.
🇬🇧 English
guilt
Example
Er übernahm die volle Schuld für den schrecklichen Unfall.
He took the full blame for the terrible accident.
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Common phrases
- Schuld auf sich laden— to take on guilt / incur blame
- Schulden machen— to run up debts
- Schuldgefühl— feeling of guilt / guilty conscience
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What is the definition of the German word "die Schuld"?▼
The German word "die Schuld" is defined as: "Responsibility for wrongdoing."
What does the German word "die Schuld" mean?▼
The German word "die Schuld" means "guilt" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Schuld"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Er übernahm die volle Schuld für den schrecklichen Unfall." (which translates as "He took the full blame for the terrible accident.").
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