Translation of German word "Zärtlichkeit" to English
dieZärtlichkeit
Meaning
NounQuality, state or condition of being tender.
How to use
Zärtlichkeit ('tenderness / gentleness') is a feminine noun: die Zärtlichkeit (plural: die Zärtlichkeiten). Zärtlichkeiten austauschen — To exchange caresses/tender gestures. Zärtlich — Tender / gentle.
🇬🇧 English
tenderness
Example
Er strich ihr mit unendlicher Zärtlichkeit über das Haar.
He stroked her hair with infinite tenderness.
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- Zärtlichkeiten austauschen— to exchange caresses / tender gestures
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What is the definition of the German word "die Zärtlichkeit"?▼
The German word "die Zärtlichkeit" is defined as: "Quality, state or condition of being tender."
What does the German word "die Zärtlichkeit" mean?▼
The German word "die Zärtlichkeit" means "tenderness" in English.
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Can I see an example sentence with "Zärtlichkeit"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich benutze oft das Wort „Zärtlichkeit" im Alltag." (which translates as "He stroked her hair with infinite tenderness.").
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