Das Gefühl
Example: Das Gefühl der Freude erfüllte den ganzen Raum sofort.
Definition
"Das Gefühl" refers to a sensation or emotional experience that a person perceives internally. It encompasses feelings such as happiness, sadness, or excitement, and plays a key role in how individuals respond to their surroundings and situations.
Etymology
The word "das Gefühl" comes from the German verb 'fühlen,' meaning 'to feel.' It traces back to Old High German 'fülen,' related to the act of touching or perceiving. Did you know that "Gefühl" literally connects the physical sense of touch with the emotional sense of feeling?
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"Das Gefühl" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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