Hass

/has/
hatred

Sein Hass auf Ungerechtigkeit trieb ihn an.

His hatred of injustice drove him.


general

Strong, intense hatred or enmity toward someone or something.

Sie fühlte tiefen Hass gegenüber ihren Unterdrückern.

She felt deep hatred toward her oppressors.

Der Hass zwischen den beiden Familien war legendär.

The hatred between the two families was legendary.

Often used in contexts of deep-seated animosity or historical conflict.

Related Phrases

Hassliebephrase
love-hate relationship

Pro Tip

Context Matters

Use 'Hass' for deep, intense hatred, not for mild dislike (use 'Abneigung' instead).

Gold Rule

Strong Emotion

'Hass' conveys a powerful, often long-lasting negative emotion. Choose carefully.

Word Origin

From Middle High German 'haz', meaning 'hatred' or 'enmity', related to Old High German 'haz' and Old Saxon 'hat'.

Usage Notes

In modern German, 'Hass' is a strong word often used in serious or emotional contexts. Avoid using it lightly.

Word Breakdown

Hass
hatred
root
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