Einsamkeit/ˈaɪ̯nzaːmkaɪ̯t/loneliness; solitude
Einsamkeit is a German noun that means loneliness or solitude. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nzaːmkaɪ̯t/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Einsamkeiten".
Definitions
1.the state or feeling of being lonely or alone(emotion)
a.state of social isolation or being alone
Nach dem Umzug spürte sie eine tiefe Einsamkeit.—After the move, she felt a deep loneliness.
b.conscious sadness about being alone
Seine Einsamkeit wurde größer, je länger er alleine lebte.—His loneliness grew the longer he lived alone.
2.peaceful solitude or seclusion, especially when enjoyed or chosen(positive/neutral situation)
a.enjoyment of being alone; absence of disturbance
Manche Menschen suchen die Einsamkeit in den Bergen, um Ruhe zu finden.—Some people seek solitude in the mountains to find peace.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Einsamkeit | die Einsamkeiten |
| Genitive | der Einsamkeit | der Einsamkeiten |
| Dative | der Einsamkeit | den Einsamkeiten |
| Accusative | die Einsamkeit | die Einsamkeiten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Einsamkeit" mean in English?
- "Einsamkeit" means loneliness or solitude. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Einsamkeit"?
- "Einsamkeit" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nzaːmkaɪ̯t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Einsamkeit" der, die, or das?
- "Einsamkeit" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Einsamkeit"?
- The plural of "Einsamkeit" is "Einsamkeiten".
- What part of speech is "Einsamkeit"?
- "Einsamkeit" is a noun in German.
