Trauer
Sie trägt immer noch schwarze Kleidung, weil sie um ihren verstorbenen Mann Trauer trägt.
She still wears black clothes because she is in mourning for her late husband.
Deep sadness caused by loss, especially the death of someone.
Die Trauer um den Verlust eines geliebten Menschen kann sehr lange anhalten.
The grief over the loss of a loved one can last a very long time.
Nach dem Unglück herrschte tiefe Trauer in der Stadt.
There was deep grief in the town after the disaster.
Trauer is a strong, prolonged emotional state, often associated with mourning rituals (e.g., wearing black).
Mourning period or observance after a death.
Die Trauer dauert in der Regel ein Jahr.
The mourning period usually lasts one year.
Refers to the formal period of mourning in some cultures.
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Pro Tip
Avoid literal translations
Do not translate 'Trauer' as 'sadness' in formal contexts. Use 'grief' or 'mourning' for accuracy.
Gold Rule
Capitalization
Always capitalize 'Trauer' when used as a noun in German (e.g., 'die Trauer').
Word Origin
From Old High German *trūri* (sad), related to Old English *trēow* (faithful, loyal), Proto-Germanic *trūz* (faith, trust). Originally implied fidelity in sorrow, later narrowed to grief.
Usage Notes
Trauer is a formal term; in everyday speech, 'Traurigkeit' (sadness) or 'Leid' (sorrow) may be used. Capitalized in contexts like 'Trauerfeier' (funeral service).