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mischief
Etwas, das Unsinn ist oder keinen Sinn macht und oft andere stört oder ärgert.
The German word "Unfug" is a noun that translates to "mischief" or "nonsense". It refers to acts that are silly, irritating, or mildly troublesome. The word is composed of "Un-", a prefix meaning "un-" or "non-", and "Fug," which signifies appropriateness or proper behavior. So "Unfug" literally conveys behavior that is out of order or improper.
Similar words in German include:
- "Unsinn" (nonsense),
- "Blödsinn" (foolishness),
- "Unfug" (mischief).
Differences:
- "Unsinn" typically suggests actions or statements lacking logic or sense.
- "Blödsinn" is somewhat stronger than "Unsinn," implying more silliness or stupidity.
- "Unfug" carries a slightly mischievous or prankish connotation, indicating actions that might be bothersome but not necessarily illogical.
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Examples
Die Kinder machen viel Unfug.noun
The children are making a lot of mischief.
Manchmal gibt es Unfug auf dem Schulhof.noun
Sometimes there is mischief on the schoolyard.
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