Denkhemmung

mental block; inhibition of thinking

noun DENK-he-moong Rare

Usage Note

Denkhemmung refers to a psychological or situational obstacle that prevents clear or creative thinking. Related to Denkblockade but often more chronic: Angst kann zu Denkhemmungen führen. Used in psychology and creativity research.

Examples

"Prüfungsangst kann zu schweren Denkhemmungen führen."

Natural Translation

Exam anxiety can lead to severe mental blocks.

Literal Translation

Exam-anxiety can to severe thinking-inhibitions lead.

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