nounnoun
der Teufel, –
devil
The German word "Teufel" is a noun meaning "devil" or "demon". It refers to a supernatural evil being or Satan in religious and folklore contexts.
- The word is not a compound but a standalone noun.
Similar words include:
- "Dämon" (demon) – typically refers to a supernatural spirit, not necessarily evil.
- "Satansfigur" (Satan figure) – more specific to the Christian devil.
Difference:
- "Teufel" is the general term for the devil or evil spirit in broad cultural and religious contexts.
- "Dämon" can be good or evil spirits in folklore or mythology.
- "Satansfigur" explicitly references Satan or the Christian devil specifically.
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Examples
Der Teufel steckt im Detail.noun
The devil is in the detail.
Ein Teufel ist eine Gestalt aus der Mythologie.noun
A devil is a figure from mythology.
Man sagt, dass der Teufel böse ist.noun
They say that the devil is evil.
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