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“emotion” in German

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Pronunciation

IPA/gəˈfyːl/

Example

Sie unterdrückt ihre Gefühle nicht.

She doesn't suppress her emotions.

Illustration for Gefühl (emotion)

How to say “emotion” in German

“Emotion” in German is Gefühl.

A quiet inner signal that can register a bodily sensation or emotion and guide a person's response.

Full entry for Gefühl: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Gefühl

Er sollte öfter auf sein Gefühl hören.

He should listen to his feelings more often.

Tips for using Gefühl

  • Gefühl is neuter, so the forms are das Gefühl and die Gefühle; the plural commonly refers to emotions or sentiments.

Other German words for “emotion”

Ich habe starke Emotionen.

I have intense emotions.

“emotion” in other languages