German Conversation · Level 55
73 words
German word
Jubel
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈjuːbəl/
Meaning
- masculine nouncheers
Example
Der Klang des Jubels erfüllte das Stadion.
The sound of the cheers filled the stadium.
More examples
Nach dem Tor brach lauter Jubel aus.
After the goal, loud cheering broke out.
Core concept
A packed crowd rises into one loud wave of approval and delight.
Common phrases
lauter Jubel
loud cheering
spontaner Jubel
spontaneous cheering
Similar words
Applaus: Clapping used to express praise.
Beifall: Clapping or cheering that signals approval or support.
Begeisterung: Strong excitement and enthusiasm about something.
Definition in German
Kollektives, oft lautes Ausrufen von Freude oder Zustimmung, das bei Sportereignissen oder Feiern auftritt.
Word origin
Jubel comes through Middle High German jubel from Latin iubilare, 'to shout for joy', and is closely related to the verb jubeln.
Usage tips
- Jubel is a masculine, usually uncountable noun, so German uses der Jubel and often Jubelrufe for individual cheers.