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Sprachlosigkeit
German → American English
American English
speechlessness
Zustand, in dem jemand vor Überraschung, Schock oder Emotionen keine Worte findet.
Nach der Nachricht herrschte bei allen Sprachlosigkeit.Sprachlosigkeit is a noun and is often used for strong emotions like shock, amazement, or grief. It is more natural in formal or written German than in everyday conversation, where people often say sprachlos sein.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Sprachlosigkeit mean in English?
Sprachlosigkeit means "speechlessness" in English.
Is Sprachlosigkeit a common German word?
Yes, but it is more common in written or formal German than in casual speech.
How do you use Sprachlosigkeit in a sentence?
Example: Seine Sprachlosigkeit zeigte, wie schockiert er war. = His speechlessness showed how shocked he was.