die Scheidung, -en
divorce
Das ist der rechtliche Vorgang, bei dem eine Ehe offiziell beendet wird, sodass die Partner nicht mehr verheiratet sind.
The German word "Scheidung" is a noun that means "divorce". It is derived from the verb "scheiden," which means "to separate" or "to part". "Scheidung" refers specifically to the legal dissolution of a marriage.
Similar words in German include "Trennung" (separation), "Auseinandergehen" (parting ways), and "Auflösung" (dissolution).
Differences between the words:
- "Scheidung" specifically refers to the legal process of ending a marriage.
- "Trennung" can refer to any kind of separation or break-up and doesn't necessarily involve a legal aspect.
- "Auseinandergehen" is a more general term meaning to part ways, suitable for both personal and professional contexts.
- "Auflösung" can refer to the dissolution or termination of various entities or agreements and is not specific to marriage.
This specificity in "Scheidung" makes it the most appropriate term when discussing the legal end of a marital relationship.
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Examples
Die Scheidung wurde schnell vollzogen.noun
The divorce was finalized quickly.
Seine Scheidung ist seit gestern offiziell.noun
His divorce has been official since yesterday.
Die Scheidung wurde schnell abgewickelt.noun
The divorce was handled quickly.
Eine Scheidung kann sehr belastend sein.noun
A divorce can be very stressful.
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