der Unsinn, -e
nonsense
Etwas, das keinen Sinn ergibt, unlogisch ist oder nicht ernst genommen werden kann.
The German word "Unsinn" is a noun meaning nonsense or rubbish. It consists of the prefix "un-" (a negation) and "Sinn" which means sense or meaning. So, "Unsinn" literally means "no sense" or "lack of meaning".
Similar words:
- Quatsch (nonsense, foolish talk)
- Blödsinn (nonsense, silliness)
- Dummheiten (stupid ideas or things)
Difference:
While "Unsinn" is a general term for nonsense or something that doesn't make sense, "Quatsch" and "Blödsinn" are often used more colloquially or casually. "Dummheiten" specifically highlights something as silly or stupid rather than just meaningless.
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Examples
Er redet wieder mal Unsinn.noun
He is talking nonsense again.
Sie spricht oft Unsinn, wenn sie aufgeregt ist.noun
She often speaks nonsense when she's excited.
Manchmal rede ich Unsinn.noun
Sometimes I talk nonsense.
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