die Begeisterung
enthusiasm
A strong feeling of great joy, enthusiasm, and passionate interest in a person, thing, or activity.
EXAMPLE
Die Begeisterung der Fans im Stadion war unglaublich.
The enthusiasm of the fans in the stadium was incredible.
die Begeisterung
enthusiasm
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Meanings
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Word structure
The word is derived from the noun 'der Geist' (spirit/mind). To 'begeistern' (to inspire/enthuse) someone literally means to give them a good spirit or enthusiasm. 'Begeisterung' (enthusiasm) is then the state of having this 'Geist' (spirit).
EXAMPLE
Seine Rede hat einen neuen Geist der Hoffnung in das Team gebracht.
His speech brought a new spirit of hope into the team.
Correct preposition
The feeling of 'Begeisterung' (enthusiasm) is always directed 'für' (for) a thing or person. The correct preposition is 'für' followed by the accusative.
EXAMPLE
Schon als Kind zeigte er große Begeisterung für Musik.
Even as a child, he showed great enthusiasm for music.
Typical collocations
You cannot 'machen' (make) enthusiasm, but you can 'zeigen' (show) or 'auslösen' (trigger) it. Typical verbs are also 'Begeisterung wecken' (to arouse enthusiasm) or 'seine Begeisterung teilen' (to share one's enthusiasm).
EXAMPLE
Das Konzert hat bei den Zuschauern große Begeisterung ausgelöst.
The concert generated great enthusiasm among the audience.
Compare with
Begeisterung vs Liebe
love
Liebe and Begeisterung can express a strong interest in something. Liebe tends to suggest a deep, lasting connection. Begeisterung places more emphasis on the great joy and enthusiasm that can also be prompted by a recent experience.
Begeisterung
Nach dem Konzert zeigt Nina große Begeisterung für die Musik.
After the concert, Nina shows great enthusiasm for the music.
Liebe
Seit ihrer Kindheit begleitet Nina ihre Liebe zur Musik.
Nina's love of music has been with her since childhood.
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