das Ereignis, -se
event
Etwas, das passiert oder stattfindet, zum Beispiel ein Fest, ein Unfall oder ein Treffen.
The German word "Ereignis" is a noun that means "event" or "occurrence." It is derived from the verb "ereignen," which translates to "to occur" or "to happen."
"Ereignis" typically refers to noteworthy or significant events, often in a formal or historical context.
Similar Words
- "Veranstaltung" (event or function)
- "Geschehen" (happening or incident)
- "Vorkommnis" (incident or occurrence)
Differences
- "Veranstaltung" often refers to organized, planned events like meetings or concerts.
- "Geschehen" is more general, indicating any happening and does not necessarily carry the significance associated with "Ereignis."
- "Vorkommnis" is used for occurrences, often with an implication of irregularity or unexpectedness, whereas "Ereignis" suggests something more important or noteworthy.
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Examples
Das Ereignis hat gestern stattgefunden.noun
The event took place yesterday.
Das Ereignis hat viele Menschen beeindruckt.noun
The event impressed many people.
Ein Ereignis dieser Art ist selten.noun
An event of this kind is rare.
Jedes Ereignis in der Geschichte lehrt uns etwas Wichtiges.noun
Every event in history teaches us something important.
Am Wochenende wird ein großes Ereignis stattfinden.noun
At the weekend a big event will take place.
Dieses Ereignis war sehr beeindruckend.noun
This event was very impressive.
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