German Word of the Day
Gesundheit
/ge-ZUN-dheit/ • noun — 31st of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: Health; the state of being free from illness or injury.
Examples
- Die Gesundheit ist das Wichtigste im Leben.
(Health is the most important thing in life.) - Ich mache jeden Tag Sport für meine Gesundheit.
(I exercise every day for my health.) - Gesundheit sollte immer an erster Stelle stehen.
(Health should always come first.)
Synonyms
- Wohlbefinden
- Fitness
The word 'Gesundheit' is commonly used in conversations about well-being, lifestyle choices, and healthcare. It is also often said after someone sneezes, similar to 'bless you' in English.
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