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patience
Die Fähigkeit, ruhig zu bleiben und zu warten, ohne sich zu ärgern oder unruhig zu werden.
The German word "Geduld" is a noun meaning "patience."
- It comes from the verb "dulden," which means "to endure" or "to tolerate."
Similar words include:
- "Ausdauer" (endurance),
- "Nachsicht" (forbearance),
- "Gelassenheit" (calmness).
Difference:
- "Geduld" emphasizes the capacity to wait calmly without frustration.
- "Ausdauer" highlights persistence over time, often in a task.
- "Nachsicht" conveys tolerance toward others' mistakes.
- "Gelassenheit" refers more to a relaxed, composed attitude in general.
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Examples
Deine Geduld wird sich auszahlen.noun
Your patience will pay off.
Geduld ist oft der Schlüssel zum Erfolg.noun
Patience is often the key to success.
Geduld ist eine wichtige Tugend.noun
Patience is an important virtue.
Geduld ist eine wichtige Eigenschaft.noun
Patience is an important trait.
Geduld wird oft belohnt.noun
Patience is often rewarded.
Man braucht Geduld für dieses Spiel.noun
One needs patience for this game.
Er verliert schnell die Geduld, wenn etwas nicht klappt.noun
He quickly loses patience when something doesn’t work.
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