noun

das Gemüt, -er

temperament

Der innere Teil eines Menschen, in dem Gefühle und Stimmung sind.

The German word "Gemüt" is a noun that means mind, heart, or temperament. It refers to a person's emotional and mental state, encompassing feelings, mood, and disposition.

  • Gemüt essentially describes the inner emotional world or soul.
  • It does not refer to intellectual mind (like "Verstand" or "Hirn"), but rather to feelings and warmth.

Similar words:

  • Gefühl (feeling, emotion)
  • Stimmung (mood)
  • Charakter (character)

Differences:

  • Gefühl focuses on individual sensations or emotions, while Gemüt implies a broader, stable emotional nature.
  • Stimmung is more about temporary mood states, whereas Gemüt is deeper and more constant.
  • Charakter relates to personality traits and moral qualities, while Gemüt refers more to emotionality and soulfulness.

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Examples

Ihr Gemüt ist heute ausgesprochen heiter.noun

Her temperament is exceptionally cheerful today.

Sein Gemüt erscheint oft sehr ruhig.noun

His temperament often seems very calm.

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