English–German
“gratitude” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈdaŋkbaːɐ̯kaɪ̯t/
Example
Ich drücke meine Dankbarkeit mit einem Brief aus.
I express my gratitude through a letter.
How to say “gratitude” in German
“Gratitude” in German is Dankbarkeit.
A feeling that turns received kindness into an appreciative response expressed in words or actions.
Example sentences with Dankbarkeit
Die Dankbarkeit der Familie war deutlich spürbar.
The family's gratitude was clearly felt.
Tips for using Dankbarkeit
- Everyday German often uses dankbar sein or Danke, while Dankbarkeit is more abstract and suits formal or reflective statements.