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seufzen

to sigh

verb ZOYF-tsen Rare
Body & Health Movement

Usage Note

seufzen is the audible release of breath expressing weariness, relief, or resignation. After exertion, erleichtert seufzen (to sigh with relief) is natural. It is also a marker of boredom or frustration in everyday contexts.

Examples

"Sie legte sich erschöpft auf die Matte und seufzte tief."

Natural Translation

She lay down exhausted on the mat and sighed deeply.

Literal Translation

She lay herself exhausted on the mat and sighed deeply.

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