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noun

die Umarmung, -en

hug

Definition & meaning

The word "Umarmung" refers to the physical act of holding someone or something in one's arms, typically as an expression of affection, comfort, greeting, or farewell. It is the noun form of the act of hugging.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: It is a feminine noun (die). The plural form is "Umarmungen".
  • Word origin: The word is derived from the verb "umarmen" {umarmen} . It is composed of the prefix "um-" (around) and the noun "Arm" (arm). Literally, it describes the act of placing one's arms around someone.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms:

    • Die Herzung {Herzung} (less common, often poetic or archaic)
    • Die Umfassung {Umfassung} (more technical or physical, meaning encompassing)
    • Die Anschmiegung {Anschmiegung} (describing the act of snuggling or pressing against someone)

  • Antonyms:

    • The word does not have a direct, single-word antonym in German that describes the opposite physical action. However, the concept of distancing oneself can be expressed with terms like Abstand {Abstand} (distance) or Distanzierung {Distanzierung} (distancing).

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Examples

Sie gibt ihm eine warme Umarmung.noun

She gives him a warm hug.

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