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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
Antonyms
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
rootWonne
bliss, delight
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