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noun

die Eintracht, null

unity · harmony · Eintracht

Ein Zustand, in dem Menschen friedlich zusammenleben und die gleichen Ziele verfolgen. Es bedeutet, dass man sich gut versteht und keinen Streit hat.

Definition & Meaning

The word Eintracht refers to a state of harmony, unity, or concord among a group of people. It describes a situation where individuals are in agreement, acting with a shared purpose, or living together peacefully without conflict.

It is often used in the context of political, social, or emotional harmony. For example, it can describe the atmosphere of a united community or the feeling of being in accord with others.

Grammar & Word origin

Eintracht is a feminine noun (die Eintracht). It is a singular noun and does not have a plural form in standard usage.

Etymologically, the word is composed of:

  • Ein-: derived from eins (one), implying oneness or unity.
  • -tracht: derived from the Middle High German traht, related to the verb tragen (to carry or bear).

Historically, the construction implies "bearing something together" or "moving in one direction."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Einigkeit
  • Harmonie
  • Einerleiheit
  • Eintracht (as in the proper noun used in sports clubs)
  • Konsens
  • Eintracht (agreement)

Antonyms:

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Examples

Wir streben nach Eintracht in unserer Gemeinschaft.noun

We strive for unity in our community.

Eintracht braucht Zusammenarbeit und Respekt.noun

Harmony requires cooperation and respect.

Eintracht Frankfurt hat das Spiel gewonnen.noun

Eintracht Frankfurt won the game.

Eintracht Frankfurt spielt sehr gut in dieser Saison.noun

Eintracht Frankfurt plays very well this season.

Eintracht hat das Spiel gewonnen.noun

Eintracht won the game.

Eintracht entstand nach vielen Gesprächen zwischen beiden Gruppen.noun

Unity arose after many conversations between both groups.

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