die Schande, -n
shame · disgrace
Ein starkes Gefühl, wenn man etwas sehr falsch oder peinlich findet und sich dafür schlecht fühlt.
The German word "Schande" is a noun that means "shame" or "disgrace". It does not decompose into simpler meanings as it is itself a basic word, but it conveys the notion of social dishonor or a source of embarrassment.
Similar words in German include "Schmach" (infamy), "Scham" (shame, but more in the sense of personal embarrassment), and "Blamage" (embarrassment or humiliation).
The difference between "Schande" and these similar words lies in the degree and context of disgrace. "Schande" often implies a stronger, more public sense of dishonor or disgrace, while "Schmach" can imply a more profound historical or social infamy. "Scham" focuses more on the personal feeling of shame, and "Blamage" usually refers to an awkward or embarrassing situation rather than a profound disgrace.
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Examples
Diese Tat ist eine große Schande.noun
This deed is a great shame.
Leider bleibt diese Situation eine Schande für alle Beteiligten.noun
Unfortunately, this situation remains a disgrace for everyone involved.
Er sprach offen über seine Schande, um neu anzufangen.noun
He spoke openly about his shame in order to make a fresh start.
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