Tabubruch
derNounbreaking of a taboo; violation of a social norm
English translations
- 01
taboo violation
Word details
- German meaning
- Ein Tabubruch ist die Verletzung einer als heilig oder unverletzlich geltenden Regel oder Norm in einer Gesellschaft.
- English meaning
- A taboo violation is the breaking of a rule or norm considered sacred or inviolable in a society.
- Synonym
- Normverletzung
- German example
- Der Diebstahl des heiligen Gegenstandes war ein klarer Tabubruch.
- English example
- The theft of the sacred object was a clear taboo violation.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- der
- Singular Form
- der Tabubruch
- Plural Form
- die Tabubrüche
Example sentences with “Tabubruch”
Diese Aussage galt in der Gesellschaft als Tabubruch. (This statement was considered a breach of taboo in society.)
Frequently asked questions
How is Tabubruch used in political contexts?
It refers to crossing lines of acceptable discourse. It is masculine (der) and follows the standard plural 'Tabubrüche'.