Mitgefühl
compassion
Meaning of Mitgefühl
tiefes Mitleid mit Leidenden, verbunden mit dem Wunsch zu helfen.
concern for suffering
Pronunciation
Mitgefühl with English translation
Mitgefühl usage examples
Sie half ihm mit viel Mitgefühl.
She helped him with great compassion.
In ihrer Stimme lag echtes Mitgefühl.
There was real compassion in her voice.
Mitgefühl synonyms
What's the difference between Mitgefühl, Empathie, Mitleid, Sympathie, Verständnis, and Barmherzigkeit
The ability to put oneself in another person's position and feel their state; closer to psychological understanding than pity.
Compassion with a hint of pity; it can sound slightly patronizing and is therefore not always as warm as Mitgefühl.
Advanced: broader words
Friendly liking or supportive goodwill; it is broader than sharing suffering and can simply mean positive regard.
Understanding of another person's situation, feelings, or reasons; it can include compassion, but does not necessarily mean strong emotional sharing.
Mercy, often in religious or formal moral contexts; emphasizes forgiveness and kindness toward those who suffer or are guilty.
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Questions about this word
What does Mitgefühl mean?
concern for suffering
How do you pronounce Mitgefühl?
Mitgefühl is pronounced [ˈmɪtɡəfyːl].
How is Mitgefühl used in a sentence?
She helped him with great compassion. Translation: Sie half ihm mit viel Mitgefühl.
Is Mitgefühl part of Emotions and Feelings vocabulary?
Yes, Mitgefühl (compassion) can be learned in the Emotions and Feelings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Mitgefühl part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?
Yes, Mitgefühl (compassion) can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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