Die Spannung
Example: Die Spannung im Raum stieg, als das Ergebnis verkündet wurde.
Definition
"Die Spannung" refers to the feeling of excitement or tension in a situation, often created by anticipation or uncertainty. It describes an emotional state where attention is heightened, like in the phrase, "Die Spannung im Raum stieg, als das Ergebnis verkündet wurde," meaning the tension in the room rose as the result was announced.
Etymology
The German word "die Spannung" originates from the verb "spannen," meaning to stretch or tighten. Originally referring to physical tension, it evolved to describe emotional or psychological tension. Did you know? The concept of 'tension' in English shares the same Latin root 'tendere,' meaning to stretch, highlighting a common idea linking physical and emotional strain.
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"Die Spannung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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