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nounadverb

das Heim, -e

home

Es ist der Ort, an dem man wohnt, sich sicher fühlt und Geborgenheit erlebt.

The German word "Heim" is a noun meaning "home", "house", or sometimes "institution" (like a care home). It conveys a place where one belongs or feels comfortable.

  • Meaning of the word it is made from: "Heim" itself is a root word, so no smaller components here.

Similar words include:

  • "Zuhause" (home, emphasizing the feeling of being at home)
  • "Wohnung" (apartment or flat, emphasizing living quarters)
  • "Haus" (house, emphasizing the building)

Differences:

  • "Heim" often emphasizes the concept of a home or dwelling place in a more abstract or sometimes institutional sense (e.g., "Kinderheim" = children's home).
  • "Zuhause" emphasizes the emotional aspect of home.
  • "Wohnung" highlights the actual living space.
  • "Haus" refers to the physical building.

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Examples

Mein Heim ist mein persönlicher Rückzugsort.noun

My home is my personal retreat.

Das Heim liegt am Stadtrand.noun

The home is located on the outskirts of the city.

Das Heim ist sehr gemütlich.noun

The home is very cozy.

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