bitterness

dieNoun

die Bitterkeit; der Groll

Word details

German meaning
Ein Zustand tiefer Verärgerung oder Feindseligkeit.
English meaning
Bitterness, Resentment
Synonym
Groll, Unmut
German example
Seine Erbitterung gegenüber seinem ehemaligen Chef war offensichtlich.
English example
His bitterness towards his former boss was obvious.
Type
Noun
Article
die
Singular Form
die Erbitterung
Plural Form
die Erbitterungen

Example sentences with “bitterness”

  1. The bitterness in his voice was unmistakable. (Die Bitterkeit in seiner Stimme war unverkennbar.)

Frequently asked questions

How do you translate 'bitterness' into German?

The primary translation is 'die Bitterkeit' (feminine). When referring to resentment, 'der Groll' (masculine) is often used. Both are singular nouns.