Emotions & Feelings
Explore essential German words in the "Emotions & Feelings" category. Learn correct pronunciation, meanings, and context examples to build your vocabulary.
Vocabulary Words (32)
Überraschung
surprise
Ekel
disgust
Eifersucht
jealousy
Stolz
pride
Scham
shame
Schuld
guilt
Glück
happiness
Enttäuschung
disappointment
Zufriedenheit
satisfaction
Langeweile
boredom
Begeisterung
enthusiasm
Sehnsucht
longing
Mitgefühl
compassion
Einsamkeit
loneliness
Dankbarkeit
gratitude
Nervosität
nervousness
Gelassenheit
calmness
Verzweiflung
despair
Erleichterung
relief
Neugier
curiosity
Bewunderung
admiration
Hass
hatred
Zuneigung
affection
Reue
remorse
Aufregung
excitement
Empathie
empathy
Frustration
frustration
Erstauen
astonishment
Nostalgie
nostalgia
Ehrfurcht
awe
Geborgenheit
security/warmth
Zärtlichkeit
tenderness
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