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Auflehnung

rebellion

The German word "Auflehnung" is a noun meaning "rebellion" or "uprising". It is derived from the verb "auflehnen", made of "auf" (up) and "lehnen" (to lean). So literally, it means "leaning up" or "standing up against."

Similar words include:

  • "Rebellion" (rebellion)
  • "Empörung" (outrage, revolt)
  • "Widerstand" (resistance)

Differences:

  • Auflehnung often implies an active rising or revolt against authority.
  • Widerstand refers more generally to resistance, not necessarily an uprising.
  • Empörung is more about indignation or outrage, sometimes passive.
  • Rebellion is very close but can be broader, sometimes armed or organized revolt.

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Examples

Nach der Auflehnung mussten viele Schüler ihre Fehler einsehen.noun

After the rebellion many students had to realize their mistakes.

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