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din / roar
A very loud, often chaotic and continuous noise that can come from many sources at the same time. It is often perceived as disturbing or unpleasant.
Das Getöse der startenden Flugzeuge war ohrenbetäubend.
The roar of the planes taking off was deafening.
The word 'Getöse' (din / roar) is derived from the verb 'tosen', which means 'to roar' or 'to make a loud noise'. The prefix 'Ge-' and the ending '-e' form a noun here that describes a continuous, intense action.
Das Meer tost heute besonders stark.
The sea is roaring especially strongly today.
'Getöse' (din / roar) is a collective term for a loud, chaotic noise and is used almost exclusively in the singular. In practice, there is no plural form.
Ich konnte wegen des Getöses auf der Baustelle nicht schlafen.
I couldn't sleep because of the din from the construction site.
'Getöse' (din / roar) is often used to describe loud noises from forces of nature, traffic, or large crowds. Typical sources are waves, a waterfall, machines, or traffic.
Das Getöse der Wellen, die gegen die Felsen schlugen, war beeindruckend.
The roar of the waves crashing against the rocks was impressive.
noise
Both words can refer to an unpleasantly loud soundscape. „Lärm“ is the general term for disturbing loudness, while „Getöse“ sounds more vivid and conveys an especially loud, chaotic, and continuous impression. Use „Getöse“ when the soundscape feels particularly overwhelming.
Das Getöse der Maschinen erfüllte die ganze Halle und war kaum auszuhalten.
The din of the machines filled the entire hall and was almost unbearable.
Wegen des Lärms aus der Nachbarwohnung konnte ich nicht arbeiten.
I couldn't work because of the noise coming from the apartment next door.
