Der Verlust
Example: Der Verlust seines Jobs hat ihn sehr getroffen.
Definition
"Der Verlust" refers to the state of losing something valuable, such as an object, person, or opportunity. It signifies the experience of no longer having or possessing something important, often causing emotional or financial impact, as in losing a job or a loved one.
Etymology
The German word "der Verlust" originates from the Old High German word "verlust," which means loss or damage. It is formed from the prefix "ver-" indicating negation or destruction, combined with "lust" related to the act of losing. Did you know that this word has been used in German for centuries to describe both tangible and intangible losses?
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"Der Verlust" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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