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Wesenstiefe

depth of character, inner profundity

noun VAY-zens-tee-fe Rare
Mind & Emotions Personality

Usage Note

Wesenstiefe refers to the quality of having a rich, layered inner life and character. It implies that the full person cannot be read at first sight; usually a compliment in literary or philosophical contexts.

Examples

"Erst nach Jahren erkannte er die Wesenstiefe seiner Lehrerin."

Natural Translation

Only after years did he recognise his teacher's depth of character.

Literal Translation

Only after years recognised he the depth-of-character of-his teacher.

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