enmity
die Feindschaft, die Feindschaften
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enmity
A state of deep, lasting dislike and mutual hostility between people, groups, or states.
Die Feindschaft zwischen den beiden Königreichen führte schließlich zum Krieg.
The enmity between the two kingdoms eventually led to war.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Feindschaften |
| genitive | der Feindschaft |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Feindschaft | die Feindschaften |
| accusative | die Feindschaft | die Feindschaften |
| dative | der Feindschaft | den Feindschaften |
| genitive | der Feindschaft | der Feindschaften |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Feindschaft' (enmity) is derived from the noun 'der Feind' (the enemy). The ending '-schaft' forms an abstract noun that describes a state or relationship, just like 'Freundschaft' (friendship) from 'Freund' (friend).
Aus einer alten Freundschaft wurde über die Jahre eine tiefe Feindschaft.
Over the years, an old friendship turned into deep enmity.
To name the parties involved, you use 'zwischen' (between) for a mutual relationship, or 'mit' (with) to describe the relationship from one perspective. Pay attention to the difference.
Die Feindschaft zwischen den beiden Familien ist legendär.
The enmity between the two families is legendary.
Common verbs are 'es herrscht Feindschaft' (there is enmity) or 'eine Feindschaft beenden' (to end an enmity). Adjectives that are often used include 'tief' (deep), 'alt' (old), or 'offen' (open).
Zwischen den Brüdern herrschte eine tiefe Feindschaft.
There was deep enmity between the brothers.
hatred
Both words can concern deep hostility between people or groups. “Hass” mainly refers to the strong feeling experienced by a person or group, while “Feindschaft” describes an ongoing, mutual relationship marked by hostility. Choose “Hass” for the feeling and “Feindschaft” for the relationship.
Zwischen den beiden ehemaligen Geschäftspartnern herrscht seit Jahren Feindschaft.
The two former business partners have been enemies for years.
Sie empfindet großen Hass gegen ihren ehemaligen Geschäftspartner.
She feels deep hatred toward her former business partner.
