word
German
Sehnsucht
ZANE-zookt
/ˈzeːnzʊxt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
sehnsucht
Dictionary meaning
An intense, wistful yearning for something indefinite.
Examples
- A quiet sehnsucht ran through the melody.
Pronunciation tips
- German; the final 'cht' is a soft rasp.
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