German Word of the Day
Wissen
/VISS-en/ • noun — 8th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: knowledge
Examples
- Wissen ist Macht.
(Knowledge is power.) - Ich möchte mein Wissen erweitern.
(I want to expand my knowledge.) - Das Wissen der Menschheit ist erstaunlich.
(The knowledge of humanity is amazing.)
Synonyms
- Kenntnis
- Verstand
The word 'Wissen' is commonly used in educational contexts and discussions about learning, intelligence, and expertise.
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