hustle and bustle
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hustle and bustle
A situation with a lot of movement, noise, and activity, often connected with a large crowd of people.
Nach dem Trubel der Großstadt genoss sie die Ruhe auf dem Land.
After the hustle and bustle of the big city, she enjoyed the peace and quiet of the countryside.
'Trubel' (hustle and bustle) is an uncountable noun and is therefore almost always used in the singular, either without an article or with the definite article 'der', to describe a general situation.
Auf dem Weihnachtsmarkt herrschte großer Trubel.
There was a lot of hustle and bustle at the Christmas market.
Typical expressions are 'dem Trubel entfliehen' (to escape the hustle and bustle), 'sich in den Trubel stürzen' (to throw oneself into the hustle and bustle), or 'der hektische Trubel' (the hectic bustle). The place where the bustle happens is often mentioned, e.g. 'der Trubel der Stadt' (the hustle and bustle of the city).
Am Wochenende fahren wir aufs Land, um dem Trubel zu entfliehen.
At the weekend, we're going to the countryside to escape the hustle and bustle.
Although 'Trubel' (hustle and bustle) can be neutral, it often describes hectic activity that is perceived as tiring or chaotic. For this reason, it is frequently used in contexts where someone longs for peace and quiet.
Der ständige Trubel am Bahnhof macht mich nervös.
The constant hustle and bustle at the train station makes me nervous.
quiet / calm
'die Ruhe' and 'der Trubel' describe opposite situations. 'die Ruhe' means little noise, little movement, or a relaxed state. 'der Trubel' means a lot of movement, many people, and often noise as well. 'Trubel' is not always negative; at a market or a festival, it can also feel lively. 'Ruhe' is more suitable when you want to recover or concentrate. 'Trubel' is more suitable when there is a lot going on in a place.
In der Pause meidet Lena den Trubel im Einkaufszentrum.
During the break, Lena avoids the hustle and bustle in the shopping center.
Beim Frühstück herrscht zu Hause noch angenehme Ruhe.
At breakfast, there is still a pleasant quiet at home.