Der Reiz
Example: Der Reiz des Meeres zieht viele Touristen an.
Definition
"Der Reiz" refers to the attraction or charm that something or someone possesses, which draws attention or interest. For example, in the phrase "Der Reiz des Meeres zieht viele Touristen an," it highlights the appealing qualities of the sea that attract many tourists.
Etymology
The word "der Reiz" comes from the German verb "reizen," meaning to provoke or to stimulate. Historically, it has evolved to describe something that excites or entices the senses or emotions. Did you know that "Reiz" can also refer to a stimulus in scientific contexts?
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"Der Reiz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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