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sensation
An event, news item, or achievement that causes a great stir, is surprising, and is perceived as extraordinary.
Der Sieg der kleinen Mannschaft gegen den Favoriten war eine absolute Sensation.
The small team's victory against the favorite was an absolute sensation.
'Die Sensation' means a sensational, attention-grabbing event. It is not the same as the English 'sensation', which can also describe a physical feeling. A feeling in German is 'die Empfindung' or 'das Gefühl'.
Die Entdeckung des neuen Planeten war eine wissenschaftliche Sensation.
The discovery of the new planet was a scientific sensation.
Common verbs with this word are 'für eine Sensation sorgen' (to cause a sensation) or simply 'eine Sensation sein' (to be a sensation). It is often intensified by adjectives such as 'absolut' (absolute), 'echt' (real), or 'rein' (pure).
Der Außenseiter sorgte mit seinem Sieg für eine Sensation.
The underdog caused a sensation with his victory.
The word 'Sensation' (sensation) is used especially often in the media and in journalism to capture the audience's attention and present an event as especially spectacular.
Die Zeitung titelte: ‚Sensation im Fußballstadion!‘
The newspaper headline read: 'Sensation in the football stadium!'
miracle / wonder
'das Wunder' and 'die Sensation' can both refer to something very amazing. 'Wunder' emphasizes that something seems almost impossible or brings great joy. 'Sensation' emphasizes that many people are talking about it because something is very surprising and extraordinary. The word often fits news, sports, media, or public events. Learners may confuse the words because both can sound strong and positive. If the personal impression or the unbelievable aspect is important, 'Wunder' fits better. If it is about a big stir, 'Sensation' is more natural.
Am Sonntag schaffte der kleine Verein eine Sensation und gewann gegen den Meister.
On Sunday, the small club pulled off a sensation and beat the champions.
Der Sieg nach so vielen Problemen grenzte für die Mannschaft an ein Wunder.
After so many problems, the victory bordered on a miracle for the team.