Gedankenkarussell
carousel of thoughts · thought carousel
The German term "Gedankenkarussell" is a compound noun that combines "Gedanken" (thoughts) and "Karussell" (carousel). It refers to a state of mind where thoughts are continuously going around in circles, akin to a mental carousel; it often implies a troubling or relentless circling of thoughts that one cannot easily stop. This term can describe overthinking or rumination. A similar concept in English might be "thought loop" or "mind racing." There are no exact synonyms in German, but related phrases include "Grübelei" (brooding), "Sinnieren" (musing), and "Nachdenken" (thinking).
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Examples
Das Gedankenkarussell dreht sich ununterbrochen.word
The carousel of thoughts spins incessantly.
Ihr Gedankenkarussell hält sie nachts wach.word
Her thought carousel keeps her awake at night.
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