Schreibblockade

writer's block

noun SHRYP-blo-kah-de Rare

Usage Note

Schreibblockade describes the inability to begin or continue writing, often due to perfectionism or anxiety. It is discussed in creative writing workshops and academic writing courses as a common phenomenon to be overcome.

Examples

"Viele Studierende kämpfen am Anfang ihrer Abschlussarbeit mit einer Schreibblockade."

Natural Translation

Many students struggle with writer's block at the start of their thesis.

Literal Translation

Many students fight at the beginning of their final-work with a writing-blockade.

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