paradise
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paradise
A place or state of extraordinary beauty, happiness, and peace. This meaning is often used figuratively.
Mit seinem weißen Sand und dem türkisen Wasser ist dieser Strand ein wahres Paradies.
With its white sand and turquoise water, this beach is a true paradise.
The figurative meaning can often be recognized by adjectives like 'wahres' (true), 'kleines' (little), or 'reinste' (pure). The religious meaning is signaled by words like 'Gott' (God), 'Seele' (soul), 'Tod' (death), or 'Glaube' (faith) in the context.
Für Bücherwürmer ist diese Bibliothek ein wahres Paradies.
For bookworms, this library is a true paradise.
The phrase 'ein Paradies für ...' (a paradise for ...) is used very frequently to express that a place is ideal for a certain group of people or a certain activity.
Die Insel ist ein Paradies für Taucher.
The island is a paradise for divers.
In the figurative meaning, it does not always have to refer to a place. A state of extreme happiness or a perfect situation can also be called 'Paradies' (paradise).
Nach der stressigen Woche war das ruhige Wochenende für sie das Paradies.
After the stressful week, the quiet weekend was paradise for her.
sky / heaven
'der Himmel' and 'das Paradies' can both mean a place or state of perfect happiness. In a religious context, both can be connected with life after death. 'Der Himmel' often sounds more strongly religious, especially when speaking about the place with God. 'Das Paradies' can be religious, but it is also very often used for beautiful places in everyday life, for example a garden, an island, or a peaceful vacation spot. The words can be confused when talking about happiness or peace. As a simple guide: when it is about being with God or life after death, 'Himmel' often fits; for an especially beautiful place in life, 'Paradies' often fits.
Der kleine Garten hinter dem Haus ist für Tom ein Paradies.
The small garden behind the house is a paradise for Tom.
Oma sagte, sie glaubt an ein Wiedersehen im Himmel.
Grandma said she believes they will meet again in heaven.