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to disappoint
To fail to fulfill a person's expectations, hopes, or trust, causing them to feel disillusioned or sad.
Ich hatte mich so auf den Film gefreut, aber die Handlung hat mich sehr enttäuscht.
I had been looking forward to the film so much, but the plot really disappointed me.
The word consists of the prefix 'ent-' and the verb 'täuschen' (to deceive). 'Täuschen' means to create a false impression. 'Enttäuschen' (to disappoint) literally means to free someone from a deception or illusion, which leads to disillusionment.
Die Realität hat seine romantischen Vorstellungen enttäuscht.
Reality disappointed his romantic ideas.
'Enttäuschen' (to disappoint) is an inseparable verb. The prefix 'ent-' remains firmly attached to the verb stem in all sentence forms and tenses.
Er hat seine Eltern nie enttäuscht.
He has never disappointed his parents.
The participle form is very often used as an adjective with 'sein' (to be): 'enttäuscht sein' (to be disappointed). The source of the disappointment is expressed with 'von' (+ dative), the reason with 'über' (+ accusative).
Ich bin von meinem Freund enttäuscht.
I am disappointed in my friend.
to inspire / enthuse
'begeistern' and 'enttäuschen' describe opposite effects on feelings. Something 'begeistert' a person when it creates great joy, interest, or admiration. Something 'enttäuscht' a person when it does not meet their expectations and they feel sad or dissatisfied afterward. Both words work well with films, plans, performances, or people. The difference is simple: 'begeistern' is a very positive reaction, while 'enttäuschen' is a negative reaction after a hope or expectation.
Das abgesagte Familienfest enttäuscht die Großeltern sehr.
The canceled family celebration disappoints the grandparents very much.
Der neue Film begeistert die Kinder schon nach den ersten Minuten.
The new film inspires the children after just the first few minutes.