der Umbruch, ¨-e
upheaval · change
Eine große Veränderung in einer Situation, bei der etwas Altes endet und etwas Neues beginnt.
The German word "Umbruch" is a noun composed of:
- Um: a prefix meaning "around" or "re-"
- Bruch: meaning "break" or "fracture"
Meaning:
"Umbruch" refers to a major upheaval, radical change, or transformation in a situation, society, or system.
Similar words:
- Umwälzung (upheaval, revolution)
- Wandel (change)
- Änderung (modification)
Difference:
- "Umbruch" typically implies a more fundamental, often sudden or disruptive change compared to the broader or more neutral "Wandel" or "Änderung".
- "Umwälzung" can be more intense, often meaning a revolutionary change, while "Umbruch" can cover political, social, or structural changes that may or may not be revolutionary.
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Examples
Der gesellschaftliche Umbruch war deutlich zu spüren.noun
The societal upheaval was clearly noticeable.
Ein Umbruch bringt oft Veränderungen.noun
An upheaval often brings changes.
Der Umbruch verändert vieles.noun
The upheaval changes many things.
Dieser Umbruch verändert alles.noun
This upheaval changes everything.
Umbruch kann große Herausforderungen mit sich bringen.noun
Upheaval can bring great challenges with it.
Manchmal fühlt sich ein Umbruch im Leben schwer an.noun
Sometimes a change in life feels difficult.
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