Der Streit
Example: Der Streit zwischen den Nachbarn dauerte mehrere Stunden an.
Definition
"Der Streit" refers to a dispute or argument, often involving a verbal disagreement between two or more parties. It describes a situation where conflicting opinions or emotions lead to a confrontation, as in the example phrase where neighbors engage in a prolonged quarrel.
Etymology
The word "der Streit" originates from Old High German "strīt," which means conflict or battle. Over time, it evolved to signify not only physical fights but also verbal disputes. Did you know that "Streit" shares roots with the English word "strife," both reflecting conflict and struggle?
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"Der Streit" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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