German word

Abwechslung

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈapˌvɛkslʊŋ/

Meaning

  • feminine noundiversion

Example

Ich suche oft eine Abwechslung zur Entspannung.

I often look for a diversion to relax.

Illustration for Abwechslung (diversion)

More examples

Ein neues Projekt kann Abwechslung ins Leben bringen.

A new project can add variety to life.

Core concept

A fresh turn enters a familiar routine, bringing new impressions and breaking its repetitive flow.

Common phrases

  • für Abwechslung sorgen

    provide a diversion

  • Abwechslung ins Leben bringen

    add variety to life

Similar words

Veränderung: A process in which something changes its form or condition.
Wechsel: A move from one thing or situation to another.
Variation: A modified version that retains the basic form while differing in some details.

Definition in German

Abwechslung bezeichnet einen Wechsel im Alltag oder bei einer Tätigkeit, der neue Eindrücke bringt und Routine durchbricht.

Word origin

Abwechslung is formed from the verb abwechseln, meaning to alternate or change, with the noun-forming suffix -ung.

Usage tips

  • The fixed phrase zur Abwechslung means 'for a change' and commonly introduces something different from the usual routine.

Other meanings

  • varietynoun
  • noveltynoun

Opposites

  • Stagnationstagnationnoun

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