Glut
Das Feuer brannte langsam, und nur noch ein Glut blieb übrig.
The fire burned slowly, and only embers remained.
A piece of burning or smoldering coal or wood that remains after a fire has burned out.
Die Glut im Kamin war noch warm.
The embers in the fireplace were still warm.
Often used metaphorically to describe lingering passion or intensity.
A state of intense heat or passion.
Die Glut der Liebe zwischen ihnen war ungebrochen.
The passion of love between them was unbroken.
Commonly used in poetic or emotional contexts.
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Literal vs. Figurative Use
'Glut' can refer to literal embers or metaphorical passion. Context usually clarifies the meaning.
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Capitalization
As a noun, 'Glut' is always capitalized in German.
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'glūt', meaning 'glowing coal' or 'ember', derived from Old High German 'glūt'. Related to the verb 'glühen' (to glow).
Usage Notes
In modern German, 'Glut' is often used both literally for embers and figuratively for intense emotions or passions.