die Beziehung, -en
relationship
Eine Verbindung oder ein Band zwischen zwei oder mehr Menschen, die sich kennen und miteinander umgehen.
The German word "Beziehung" is a noun meaning "relationship" or "relation".
It comes from the verb "beziehen" (to relate, to refer), with the suffix "-ung", which turns verbs into nouns expressing the action or result.
Similar words:
- Verhältnis (relationship, often in social or romantic context)
- Verbindung (connection, bond)
- Kontakt (contact)
Differences:
- Beziehung emphasizes an ongoing relationship or connection.
- Verhältnis can imply either a relationship or circumstance, often with nuanced or emotional connotations.
- Verbindung refers more to a physical or abstract connection.
- Kontakt implies communication or interaction but may not reflect a deeper relationship.
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Examples
Meine Beziehung zu ihm ist sehr stark.noun
My relationship with him is very strong.
Ihre Beziehung dauert schon Jahre.noun
Their relationship has lasted for years.
Die Beziehung zwischen den beiden ist sehr stark.noun
The relationship between the two is very strong.
Unsere Beziehung hat sich in letzter Zeit verändert.noun
Our relationship has changed lately.
Ihre Beziehung hat sich im Laufe der Jahre verändert.noun
Their relationship has changed over the years.
Die Beziehung zwischen den beiden war von Anfang an schwierig.noun
The relationship between the two was difficult from the beginning.
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