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Begeisterung

enthusiasm, excitement

noun beh-GYE-ster-oong Rare
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Also means

rapture, elation

Usage Note

Begeisterung is uncountable and describes a strong, often spontaneous enthusiasm. Von Begeisterung ergriffen sein (to be seized with enthusiasm). It is warmer and more emotional than mere Interesse.

Examples

"Die Begeisterung der Kinder beim Anblick des Schnees war ansteckend."

Natural Translation

The children's enthusiasm at the sight of the snow was infectious.

Literal Translation

The enthusiasm of-the children at-the sight of-the snow was contagious.

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