das Ambiente
ambiance
The special atmosphere, mood, or flair of a place, for example a restaurant, an apartment, or an event.
EXAMPLE
Das kleine Café hat ein sehr gemütliches Ambiente.
The small café has a very cozy ambiance.
das Ambiente
ambiance
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Meanings
Usage tips
French origin
'Ambiente' (ambiance) is a loanword from French. This explains the pronunciation and the neuter gender 'das Ambiente'. It is often used to describe a stylish or special atmosphere.
EXAMPLE
Das Restaurant ist für sein elegantes Ambiente bekannt.
The restaurant is known for its elegant ambiance.
Typical adjectives
To describe the type of atmosphere, 'Ambiente' (ambiance) is often combined with certain adjectives. Common examples are 'ein gemütliches Ambiente' (a cozy ambiance), 'ein stilvolles Ambiente' (a stylish ambiance), or 'ein modernes Ambiente' (a modern ambiance).
EXAMPLE
Die Kerzen sorgten für ein romantisches Ambiente.
The candles created a romantic ambiance.
Typical verbs
Common verbs used with 'Ambiente' (ambiance) are 'ein Ambiente schaffen' (to create an ambiance), 'das Ambiente genießen' (to enjoy the ambiance), or 'ein besonderes Ambiente haben' (to have a special ambiance).
EXAMPLE
Mit der neuen Dekoration wollen wir ein einladendes Ambiente schaffen.
With the new decoration, we want to create an inviting ambiance.
Compare with
Ambiente vs Stimmung
mood / atmosphere
Die Stimmung and das Ambiente can describe the impression made by a place or an evening. Stimmung focuses more on the emotional or social atmosphere, while Ambiente refers to the distinctive flair and design of the surroundings. Stimmung fits the feelings of the people present; Ambiente is more appropriate for the character of the place.
Ambiente
Das Restaurant überzeugte uns mit seinem warmen Ambiente.
The restaurant impressed us with its warm ambiance.
Stimmung
Nach dem Streit war die Stimmung beim Abendessen plötzlich kühl.
After the argument, the mood at dinner suddenly turned cold.
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