humiliation
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humiliation
An action or situation that severely hurts a person's reputation, pride, or dignity and makes them feel ashamed.
Die öffentliche Kritik empfand er als eine tiefe Demütigung.
He felt the public criticism was a deep humiliation.
The word 'Demütigung' (humiliation) comes from the verb 'demütigen' (to humiliate). The root is the word 'Demut' (humility), which helps in understanding the meaning of forced, shameful subordination.
Er hat sie vor allen Kollegen gedemütigt.
He humiliated her in front of all her colleagues.
'Demütigung' (humiliation) is a very strong word. It describes a deep injury to one's dignity, not just a small embarrassment.
Die Niederlage war mehr als nur ein verlorenes Spiel; es war eine Demütigung für die ganze Mannschaft.
The defeat was more than just a lost game; it was a humiliation for the whole team.
'Demütigung' (humiliation) is often used with verbs that describe a passive experience, for example 'eine Demütigung erleiden' (to suffer humiliation), 'erfahren' (to experience), or 'hinnehmen müssen' (to have to endure).
Niemand sollte eine solche Demütigung erleiden müssen.
No one should have to suffer such humiliation.
To describe the type of humiliation, adjectives such as 'öffentlich' (public), 'persönlich' (personal), 'schwer' (severe), or 'tief' (deep) are often used.
Die Falschbeschuldigung war für ihn eine schwere persönliche Demütigung.
The false accusation was a severe personal humiliation for him.
injury / violation
'die Verletzung' and 'die Demütigung' can both have to do with hurt feelings and wounded dignity. 'Verletzung' is more general: someone feels offended or hurt inside. 'Demütigung' is stronger and more specific. It refers to a situation in which someone is shamed and feels small or worthless, often in front of other people. If only the feeling is hurt, 'Verletzung' fits. If shame, power, or public exposure plays an important role, 'Demütigung' is more precise.
Vor dem ganzen Team kritisiert zu werden, empfand er als Demütigung.
He experienced being criticized in front of the whole team as a humiliation.
Die kalte Antwort ihres Vaters war für Maria eine große Verletzung.
Her father's cold reply was a deep hurt for Maria.