Liebeswonne

/ˈliːbəsˌvɔnə/
ecstasy of love

In ihren Augen lag eine tiefe Liebeswonne.

In her eyes lay a deep ecstasy of love.


literary

Intense, overwhelming joy and bliss experienced in love.

Die Liebeswonne ließ sie alles um sich herum vergessen.

The ecstasy of love made her forget everything around her.

Often used in poetic or romantic contexts to describe a state of euphoric happiness in love.

Collocations

tiefe Liebeswonnedeep ecstasy of lovein Liebeswonne schwelgento revel in the ecstasy of love

Pro Tip

Avoid overuse

While 'Liebeswonne' conveys a beautiful sentiment, it is highly poetic. In casual conversation, simpler terms like 'Liebe' (love) or 'Glück' (happiness) are more natural.

Gold Rule

Context matters

Use 'Liebeswonne' only in contexts where intense, almost overwhelming joy in love is being described, such as in literature, songs, or romantic prose.

Word Origin

Compound of 'Liebe' (love) and 'Wonne' (bliss, delight), first attested in the 18th century. 'Wonne' derives from Middle High German 'wunne' (joy, delight), related to Old High German 'wunna' (pasture, delight).

Usage Notes

Primarily used in literary, poetic, or elevated language. Rare in everyday speech. Often associated with romantic or idealized depictions of love.

Word Breakdown

Liebe
love
root
+
Wonne
bliss, delight
root
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