Patience in German 🇩🇪

die Geduld info.

Tips to remember the German word ‘die Geduld’:
– Associate the word with its English equivalent, “patience.”
– Visualize a patient person waiting calmly in a long queue.
– Break down the word into smaller, memorable parts: “ge-” (as in “gehen” meaning “to go”) and “duld” (as in “ertragen” meaning “to endure”).
– Practice using the word in German sentences to reinforce its meaning.

Explanations:
Die Geduld is a feminine noun in German that translates to “patience” in English. It refers to the ability to remain calm and tolerant while enduring delays, problems, or difficult situations without becoming annoyed or frustrated.

Other words with similar meanings:
– Die Ausdauer: *****verance, stamina
– Die Ruhe: calmness, composure
– Die Beharrlichkeit: persistence, tenacity
– Die Gelassenheit: serenity, equanimity

Alternate meanings or slang:
Geduldig sein (to be patient) is a common phrase associated with this word. In informal usage, people might say “die Kohlen aus dem Feuer holen” (literally, “to pull the coals out of the fire”) to refer to being patient or taking a preventive action instead of acting rashly.

Examples of sentences:
1. Ich habe viel Geduld mit meinen Kindern. (I have a lot of patience with my children.)
2. Er verliert schnell die Geduld, wenn er im Stau steht. (He quickly loses patience when stuck in traffic.)
3. Hab ein wenig Geduld und warte auf mich. (Have a little patience and wait for me.)
4. Ohne Geduld wirst du keine großen Fortschritte machen. (Without patience, you won’t make significant progress.)

Note: When learning new words, it can be helpful to use flashcards, create associations, or practice with native German speakers to improve vocabulary retention. Additionally, using words in context through conversations or writing exercises will aid in integrating them into your active vocabulary.

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