Translation of German word "Trauer" to English
dieTrauer
/tʁaʊɐ/
Meaning
NounFeminine noun meaning 'grief / mourning / sorrow / bereavement'.
How to use
The feminine noun Trauer ('grief / mourning / sadness') declines regularly (no plural). Trauer refers to emotional grief or official mourning. The related verb is trauern (to mourn).
🇬🇧 English
grief / mourning / sadness
Example
Ich bin in Trauer um meinen Vater.
I am in sorrow for my father.
Ich bin in Trauer um meine Mutter.
I am in sorrow for my mother.
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Common phrases
- in Trauer sein— to be in mourning / grieving (dative state)
- Staatstrauer— state mourning / national mourning (related)
- Trauerfeier— funeral service / memorial service (related)
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The German word "die Trauer" is defined as: "Feminine noun meaning 'grief / mourning / sorrow / bereavement'."
What does the German word "die Trauer" mean?▼
The German word "die Trauer" means "grief / mourning / sadness" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich bin in Trauer um meinen Vater." (which translates as "I am in sorrow for my father.").
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