English–German
“feeling” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛmˈpfɪndʊŋ/
Example
Diese Empfindung kenne ich.
I know this feeling.
How to say “feeling” in German
“Feeling” in German is Empfindung.
A fine-grained inner sense of how something feels, whether the trigger is physical, emotional, or perceptual.
Example sentences with Empfindung
Nach dem Konzert spürte ich eine starke Empfindung im Brustbereich.
After the concert, I felt a strong sensation in my chest area.
Tips for using Empfindung
- Gefühl is often more natural in everyday speech for an emotion, whereas Empfindung can sound more precise or formal.