träumen
dream
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The German word "träumen" is a verb that means "to dream." It is derived from the noun "Traum," which translates to "dream" in English. "Träumen" is used to describe the act of experiencing dreams during sleep, as well as having aspirations or wishes in a more figurative sense (e.g., to dream of a better life).
Similar words in German include "fantasieren" (to fantasize) and "wünschen" (to wish). The distinction is that "träumen" specifically refers to dreams—both during sleep and aspirationally—whereas "fantasieren" implies creating imaginative scenarios that are not bound by reality, and "wünschen" focuses on desires or hopes.
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Examples
Du träumst von einem großen Abenteuer.verb
You dream of a great adventure.
Du träumst jede Nacht.verb
You dream every night.
Kinder träumen oft am Abend.verb
Children dream often in the evening.
Wir träumen von einem schönen Urlaub.verb
We dream of a beautiful vacation.
Manchmal träumen wir zu Hause.verb
Sometimes we dream at home.
Viele Menschen träumen jeden Tag.verb
Many people dream every day.
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