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enjoyment
A feeling of great pleasure and satisfaction that one experiences when enjoying something pleasant, such as food, music, or art.
Für mich ist das Lesen eines guten Buches bei einer Tasse Tee der pure Genuss.
For me, reading a good book with a cup of tea is pure enjoyment.
'Der Genuss' (enjoyment) is the noun corresponding to the verb 'genießen' (to enjoy). If you know that 'genießen' means 'to enjoy', you can easily work out the meaning of 'der Genuss' as 'enjoyment'.
Er genießt seinen Kaffee am Morgen mit viel Genuss.
He enjoys his morning coffee with great pleasure.
To describe an intense, positive experience, 'Genuss' (enjoyment) is often used in phrases such as 'der pure Genuss' (pure enjoyment) or 'ein Genuss für die Sinne' (a pleasure for the senses).
Das Konzert war ein wahrer Genuss für die Ohren.
The concert was a true pleasure for the ears.
In the meaning of 'Konsum' (consumption), 'Genuss' (consumption) is often used in formal or medical contexts, especially in warnings. A typical combination is 'der übermäßige Genuss von ...' (the excessive consumption of ...).
Ärzte warnen vor dem regelmäßigen Genuss von zuckerhaltigen Getränken.
Doctors warn against the regular consumption of sugary drinks.
The idiom 'in den Genuss von etwas kommen' means to receive an advantage or something pleasant. What one receives is usually attached with 'von + dative' or in the genitive.
Dank der neuen Regelung kommen mehr Familien in den Genuss von Förderungen.
Thanks to the new regulation, more families will enjoy the benefit of subsidies.
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'Freude' and 'Genuss' are similar because both describe a pleasant feeling. 'Freude' is broader and can come from many things: a piece of news, a gift, a person, or an activity. 'Genuss' fits especially when you consciously experience something pleasant, for example good food, music, art, or peace and quiet. With 'Genuss', the focus is often on slow and conscious enjoyment. 'Freude' can be more spontaneous and general.
Der warme Tee war nach dem langen Spaziergang ein echter Genuss.
After the long walk, the warm tea was a real pleasure.
Finn hatte große Freude daran, seinem kleinen Bruder beim Lesen zu helfen.
Finn greatly enjoyed helping his little brother read.