warmth / cordiality
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warmth / cordiality
The quality of being warm-hearted, friendly, and sincere in dealing with other people.
Wir wurden von den Gastgebern mit einer überwältigenden Herzlichkeit empfangen.
We were welcomed by the hosts with overwhelming warmth.
The word is derived from 'Herz' (heart). The structure is: 'Herz' (feeling) → 'herzlich' (warm, cordial; adjective) → 'Herzlichkeit' (warmth, cordiality; noun). So it describes a quality that 'comes from the heart'.
Ihre herzliche Art macht sie bei allen beliebt.
Her warm manner makes her popular with everyone.
'Herzlichkeit' (warmth, cordiality) is often combined with certain verbs and adjectives. Typical phrases are 'jemanden mit Herzlichkeit empfangen' (to welcome someone with warmth), 'Herzlichkeit zeigen' (to show warmth), as well as 'große', 'echte', or 'aufrichtige Herzlichkeit' (great, genuine, or sincere warmth).
Er zeigte uns gegenüber eine unerwartete Herzlichkeit.
He showed an unexpected warmth toward us.
Since 'Herzlichkeit' (warmth, cordiality) describes an abstract quality, the word is used almost exclusively in the singular. The plural is very rare and uncommon.
Die Herzlichkeit der Menschen in diesem Dorf ist unglaublich.
The warmth of the people in this village is incredible.
warmth / heat
'die Wärme' and 'die Herzlichkeit' both describe a friendly, positive way of dealing with people. 'Wärme' emphasizes the feeling that arises: you feel accepted and comfortable. 'Herzlichkeit' more strongly describes the manner of a person or a greeting: open, sincere, and warm-hearted. 'Herzlichkeit' is often more visible in behavior, for example in a smile or a greeting. 'Wärme' can also be quieter and simply be present in the atmosphere.
Mit ihrer Herzlichkeit macht die Nachbarin jede Feier sofort angenehmer.
With her warmth, the neighbor immediately makes every party more pleasant.
Im kleinen Hotel war eine besondere Wärme zu spüren, obwohl wir niemanden kannten.
In the small hotel, there was a special warmth to be felt, even though we did not know anyone.