German Conversation · Level 25
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German word
Frieden
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈfʁiːdən/
Meaning
- masculine nounpeace
Example
Im Frieden zu leben ist wichtig.
Living in peace is important.
More examples
Die Menschen hoffen auf Frieden.
People hope for peace.
Core concept
A calm home and community in which danger and hostility have receded.
Common phrases
Im Frieden sein
be at peace
auf Frieden hoffen
hope for peace
Similar words
Ruhe: A quiet, settled state with little noise, movement, or disturbance.
Krieg: A state of major armed conflict between countries or groups.
Sicherheit: A condition of being safe from danger, threats, or harm.
Versöhnung: The restoration of friendly relations after a conflict through mutual forgiveness.
Definition in German
Ein Zustand ohne Krieg und ernste Gewalt, in dem Menschen sicher und ruhig zusammenleben.
Word origin
The modern form developed from Old High German fridu, with related Germanic forms including Old Norse friðr and English frith.
Usage tips
- Frieden is usually an uncountable noun in ordinary German, so plural forms are uncommon outside distinct or formal senses.