prose
die Prosa
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prose
A form of literature that is not written in verse or rhyme, but in unbound, continuous language. It is the usual form for novels, short stories, and non-fiction texts.
Der Autor ist bekannt für seine klare und elegante Prosa.
The author is known for his clear and elegant prose.
prosaic reality
In a figurative sense, the term refers to the sobriety and monotony of everyday life, in contrast to something poetic or special.
Nach dem Urlaub holte uns die Prosa des Alltags schnell wieder ein.
After the vacation, the prosaic reality of everyday life quickly caught up with us again.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| genitive | der Prosa |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Prosa | – |
| accusative | die Prosa | – |
| dative | der Prosa | – |
| genitive | der Prosa | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The noun 'Prosa' (prose) is the basis for the adjective 'prosaisch' (prosaic). When something is described as 'prosaisch' (prosaic), it means that it is sober, everyday, and unimaginative, which corresponds to the figurative meaning of the noun.
Nach dem poetischen Liebesbrief wirkte seine nächste Nachricht sehr prosaisch.
After the poetic love letter, his next message seemed very prosaic.
If you are talking about literature, books, or authors, the literary form is meant. If it is about everyday life, routine, or a disappointing reality, the figurative, negative meaning is meant.
Dieser Roman ist ein Meisterwerk moderner Prosa.
This novel is a masterpiece of modern prose.
Er flüchtete sich in seine Hobbys, um der Prosa des Berufslebens zu entkommen.
He escaped into his hobbies to get away from the prosaic reality of working life.
The figurative meaning is used almost exclusively in the fixed expression 'die Prosa des Alltags' (the prosaic reality of everyday life). It describes the sobriety and routine of daily life.
Nach dem aufregenden Urlaub war die Rückkehr in die Prosa des Alltags schwierig.
After the exciting vacation, returning to the prosaic reality of everyday life was difficult.
