verb
amüsieren
amuse
Spaß haben oder etwas tun, das Freude bringt.
The German word "amüsieren" is a verb that means "to amuse" or "to entertain". It comes from the French word amuser, originally meaning to divert or entertain. The core root word here is "Mühe" (effort or trouble), but in "amüsieren" the focus is on providing enjoyment or fun, not effort.
Similar words:
- unterhalten – to entertain, to keep someone amused
- belustigen – to amuse, to make someone laugh
- erheitern – to cheer up, to amuse
Differences:
- amüsieren often implies light, enjoyable entertainment or fun.
- unterhalten can be broader, including conversation or general amusement.
- belustigen usually refers more specifically to eliciting laughter or fun.
- erheitern emphasizes cheering up or brightening someone's mood.
"amüsieren" is more about causing amusement in a pleasant, sometimes casual way.
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Examples
Die Kinder amüsieren ihre Freunde mit lustigen Spielen.verb
The children amuse their friends with funny games.
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