der Schatz
darling
A term of endearment for a loved one, such as a partner or a child.
EXAMPLE
Schatz, könntest du mir bitte das Salz geben?
Darling, could you please pass me the salt?
der Schatz
darling / treasure
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Meanings
der Schatz
treasure
A collection of valuable objects such as gold, jewels, or coins, often hidden.
EXAMPLE
Die Piraten haben auf der Insel einen Schatz vergraben.
The pirates buried a treasure on the island.
der Schatz
treasure
A person or thing regarded as especially valuable, useful, or lovable.
EXAMPLE
Diese erfahrene Mitarbeiterin ist ein wahrer Schatz für unser Team.
This experienced employee is a real treasure for our team.
Usage tips
Word family
The noun 'der Schatz' (treasure) is closely related to the verb 'schätzen' (to value, to estimate). A Schatz is something that has high value or is valued as very precious.
EXAMPLE
Alte Bücher können ein wahrer Schatz sein.
Old books can be a real treasure.
Use as a form of address
As a term of endearment, 'Schatz' (darling) is often used as a direct form of address for a loved one. It can also be used with a possessive pronoun, as in 'mein Schatz' (my darling).
EXAMPLE
Hallo mein Schatz, wie war dein Tag?
Hello my darling, how was your day?
Typical verbs
In the meaning of 'wertvolle Sammlung' (valuable collection), 'Schatz' (treasure) is often combined with verbs such as 'suchen' (to search), 'finden' (to find), 'vergraben' (to bury), or 'heben' (to recover, to raise).
EXAMPLE
Archäologen haben einen Schatz aus der Römerzeit gefunden.
Archaeologists found a treasure from the Roman period.
Fixed expression
To describe a person or thing as especially valuable, the expression 'ein wahrer Schatz' (a true treasure) or 'ein echter Schatz' (a real treasure) is often used.
EXAMPLE
Unsere Nachbarin ist ein echter Schatz, sie hilft uns immer.
Our neighbor is a real treasure; she always helps us.
Compare with
Schatz vs Liebling
favorite / darling
Schatz and Liebling can both be used as affectionate forms of address for someone close to you. Schatz often sounds more familiar and more like a personal pet name, while Liebling also works for a child and is less tied to a particular relationship. The situation and personal style determine which one to use.
Schatz
„Schatz, bringst du bitte noch Brot mit?“, fragte sie ihren Partner.
“Darling, could you please bring home some bread too?” she asked her partner.
Liebling
„Liebling, bringst du bitte deine Jacke mit?“, sagte die Mutter zu ihrem Kind.
“Sweetheart, could you please bring your jacket?” the mother said to her child.
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