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Gesprächspause

pause in conversation, conversational lull

noun ghe-SHPRERKHS-pow-ze Rare
Communication Speech

Usage Note

Gesprächspause refers to a moment of silence within a dialogue; it can be awkward (peinliche Gesprächspause) or contemplative. Useful for describing conversation dynamics in both literary and everyday contexts.

Examples

"Nach seiner Frage entstand eine unangenehme Gesprächspause."

Natural Translation

After his question there was an uncomfortable pause in the conversation.

Literal Translation

After his question arose an uncomfortable conversation-pause.

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