Die Neigung
Example: Seine Neigung zur Philosophie zeigte sich schon in der Jugend.
Definition
"Die Neigung" refers to a tendency or inclination towards a particular interest, behavior, or preference. For example, in the phrase 'Seine Neigung zur Philosophie zeigte sich schon in der Jugend,' it describes a natural leaning or fondness for philosophy from a young age.
Etymology
The word "die Neigung" comes from the German verb 'neigen,' meaning to incline or lean. It originally described a physical slant or tilt and later evolved to express metaphorical inclinations or preferences. Did you know? The concept of 'Neigung' captures both literal and figurative leaning, reflecting a rich linguistic history.
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"Die Neigung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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