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Freundschaft

/ˈfʁɔɪntʃaft/
noun★Beginner— friendship
general

A close and mutual bond between people based on affection, trust, and shared experiences.

Sie haben eine tiefe Freundschaft seit ihrer Kindheit.

They have had a deep friendship since their childhood.

Wahre Freundschaft hält auch in schwierigen Zeiten.

True friendship endures even in difficult times.

💡

The term emphasizes mutual support, loyalty, and emotional connection.

Collocations

tiefe Freundschaftdeep friendshipwahre Freundschafttrue friendshipFreundschaft schließento make friendsFreundschaft beendento end a friendship

Synonyms

FreundschaftsbeziehungKameradschaftVertrautheit

Antonyms

FeindschaftKonfliktEntfremdung

Related Phrases

Freundschaft plusphrase
a close friendship with romantic undertones
Freundschaft auf den ersten Blickphrase
instant friendship

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Nuance

In German culture, 'Freundschaft' often implies a long-term, stable bond, sometimes even stronger than in English usage.

⚡Gold Rule

Capitalization

Always capitalize 'Freundschaft' as it is a noun in German.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'Freund' (friend) + '-schaft' (a suffix indicating a state or condition).

📝Usage Notes

In German, 'Freundschaft' is often used to describe relationships that are more profound than casual acquaintances but may not always be as intense as romantic love.

Word Breakdown

Freund
friend
root
+
-schaft
state or condition of
suffix
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