Der Sinn
Example: Der Sinn des Lebens ist für jeden Menschen unterschiedlich.
Definition
"Der Sinn" refers to the meaning or purpose of something, often relating to life, actions, or concepts. It describes the underlying significance or reason behind something, as in the phrase 'Der Sinn des Lebens ist für jeden Menschen unterschiedlich,' meaning the meaning of life varies for each person.
Etymology
The word "der Sinn" originates from Old High German 'sinn,' which meant 'direction, journey, or way.' Over time, it evolved to signify understanding or meaning, reflecting how our minds 'travel' to grasp concepts. Did you know? The connection between 'sense' in English and 'Sinn' in German shows their shared roots.
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"Der Sinn" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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