der Vorwurf, ¨-e
reproach · accusation
Es ist eine Aussage, mit der man jemandem sagt, dass er etwas falsch gemacht hat.
Definition & Meaning
The word Vorwurf refers to an expression of blame, reproach, or accusation directed toward someone. It implies that the speaker believes the other person has behaved incorrectly, committed a mistake, or failed in their duties.
- Sense 1 (Accusation/Reproach): A statement that criticizes someone for a perceived wrong. Example: "He made a serious accusation against his colleague."
- Sense 2 (Responsibility/Blame): In some contexts, it refers to the act of holding someone accountable for a negative outcome.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: Masculine noun (der), plural is die Vorwürfe.
- Word origin: It is composed of the prefix vor- (meaning "before" or "forward") and the noun Wurf (from the verb werfen, meaning "to throw"). Literally, it translates to a "throw forward." The imagery suggests "throwing" a statement or a piece of criticism directly at someone's face.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- die Anschuldigung (accusation)
- der Tadel (reproach/censure)
- die Beanstandung (objection/complaint)
- die Rüge (reprimand)
- der Vorhalt (remonstration)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Ein scharfer Vorwurf kam von ihr.noun
A sharp reproach came from her.
Ein schwerer Vorwurf wurde erhoben.noun
A serious accusation was made.
Ihre Worte klingen wie ein direkter Vorwurf.noun
Her words sound like a direct accusation.
Ihre Worte enthalten einen schweren Vorwurf.noun
Her words contain a serious accusation.
Sein Vorwurf war sehr hart.noun
His accusation was very harsh.
Der Vorwurf trifft ihn unerwartet.noun
The accusation hits him unexpectedly.
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