German word

Begeisterung

Pronunciation

IPA/bəˈgaɪ̯stəʁʊŋ/

Meaning

  • feminine nounenthusiasm

Example

Seine Begeisterung für das Projekt war sofort sichtbar.

His enthusiasm for the project was immediately apparent.

Illustration for Begeisterung (enthusiasm)

More examples

Sein Vortrag löste bei allen Begeisterung aus.

His presentation sparked enthusiasm in everyone.

Core concept

A person is so energized by an idea that the inner spark becomes visible in eager words and active effort.

Common phrases

  • mit Begeisterung

    with enthusiasm

  • Begeisterung auslösen

    arouse enthusiasm

  • Begeisterung wecken

    awaken enthusiasm

Similar words

Enthusiasmus: Powerful outward eagerness expressed through words and actions.
Interesse: Attentive curiosity about something and a desire to know more.
Freude: A sense of happiness or delight filling the mind.
Spaß: Lighthearted enjoyment found in play or other activities.

Definition in German

Begeisterung bezeichnet eine intensive Freude oder einen Enthusiasmus, der Menschen zu engagiertem Handeln motiviert.

Word origin

Begeisterung is formed from the verb begeistern, related to Geist ('spirit' or 'mind'), with the noun-forming suffix -ung.

Usage tips

  • The usual pattern is Begeisterung für plus the accusative, as in Begeisterung für das Projekt.

Other meanings

  • fervornoun
  • excitementnoun

Opposites

  • Desinteressedisinterestnoun
  • Teilnahmslosigkeitapathynoun

Related words

  • begeisternenthuseverb
  • begeisterungsfähigeasily enthusedadjective

Word lists with this word