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dream
A word borrowed from English for 'Traum' (dream), usually used in fixed expressions or in youth and advertising language to describe a vision or ideal.
Viele Einwanderer verfolgen den 'American Dream' vom Aufstieg durch harte Arbeit.
Many immigrants pursue the 'American Dream' of rising in society through hard work.
'Dream' is borrowed directly from English. In German, it is used as a masculine noun with the article 'der', so 'der Dream' (the dream).
Sein großer Dream ist eine Weltreise mit dem Segelboot.
His big dream is a trip around the world on a sailboat.
This word belongs to youth and advertising language. It is used to sound modern or international and to describe an idealized idea.
Diese Wohnung mit Dachterrasse ist ein absoluter Dream.
This apartment with a roof terrace is an absolute dream.
The best-known use is in the fixed expression 'der American Dream' (the American Dream). It describes the idea that in America, anyone can achieve social advancement and prosperity through hard work.
Viele Bücher und Filme thematisieren den American Dream.
Many books and films explore the American Dream.
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'der Traum' and 'der Dream' can both mean a big wish, an ideal, or something especially beautiful. 'Traum' is the normal German word and fits in almost all situations. It can also mean the experience during sleep, but 'Dream' normally does not have this meaning in German. 'Dream' comes from English and sounds more modern, advertising-like, or like youth language. You are more likely to find it in fixed expressions, slogans, or names. Learners may confuse the words because their meanings are similar, but in normal conversation 'Traum' is almost always more natural.
Für die Werbung nennt die Firma das neue Fahrrad einen echten City-Dream.
For the advertisement, the company calls the new bicycle a real City Dream.
Sein großer Traum ist eine eigene kleine Werkstatt.
His big dream is to have his own small workshop.