word
German
Vorfreude
FOR-froy-duh
/ˈfoːɐ̯frɔɪdə/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
vorfreude
Dictionary meaning
The joyful anticipation that comes from imagining a future pleasure.
Examples
- The vorfreude before a trip is half the fun.
Pronunciation tips
- German; 'v' is 'f'.
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