English–German

“emotional force” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpaːtɔs/

Example

Man spürte das Pathos in seiner Stimme.

The emotional force in his voice could be felt.

Illustration for Pathos (emotional force)

How to say “emotional force” in German

“Emotional force” in German is Pathos.

Words, gestures, or artistic lines seem charged with intense feeling and aim to move an audience deeply.

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

Example sentences with Pathos

Die Werbung setzte bewusst Pathos ein, um starke Gefühle zu wecken.

The advertisement deliberately employed emotional force to evoke strong feelings.

Tips for using Pathos

  • English pathos commonly evokes sadness or pity, while German Pathos can describe solemn, passionate, or inflated expression more generally.

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