noun
der Aufstand, ¨-e
uprising
Aufstand is a German noun meaning uprising, revolt, or rebellion.
- It is made up of two words:
- auf: up, upward
- Stand: stand, position, or stance
Thus, "Aufstand" literally suggests "standing up" against something, typically authority.
Similar words:
- Rebellion (rebellion)
- Meuterei (mutiny)
- Empörung (outrage, revolt)
- Aufruhr (riot, unrest)
Differences:
- Aufstand usually implies a more organized or larger-scale uprising against authority or government.
- Rebellion is similar but can be broader and sometimes less formal.
- Meuterei specifically refers to mutiny, usually within military or naval contexts.
- Aufruhr emphasizes disorder and unrest, often violent, but not necessarily with political goals.
- Empörung expresses moral outrage, which may lead to protest but is less formal or large-scaled than an Aufstand.
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Examples
Der Aufstand beginnt in der Nacht.noun
The uprising begins at night.
Ein Aufstand kann die Ordnung stören.noun
An uprising can disrupt the order.
Während des Aufstands forderten die Menschen Freiheit und Gerechtigkeit.noun
During the uprising, the people demanded freedom and justice.
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