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Opfersinn

spirit of self-sacrifice

noun OP-fer-zin Rare

Also means

willingness to make sacrifices

Usage Note

Opfersinn describes the readiness to forgo personal advantage or comfort for a greater cause — community, nation, or ideals. Used in patriotic and religious contexts; can be invoked critically when referring to excessive self-denial.

Examples

"Der Opfersinn vieler Freiwilliger in der Krise war beeindruckend."

Natural Translation

The spirit of self-sacrifice shown by many volunteers during the crisis was impressive.

Literal Translation

The sacrifice-spirit of many volunteers in the crisis was impressive.

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