contempt
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contempt
A very strong feeling of disdain and rejection toward a person or thing that one sees as worthless, bad, or morally reprehensible.
Er sprach mit offener Verachtung über die Entscheidung des Politikers.
He spoke with open contempt about the politician's decision.
The noun 'die Verachtung' (contempt) is derived from the verb 'verachten' (to despise). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a feminine noun that describes the state or action.
Er konnte nicht verbergen, dass er seinen Gegner zutiefst verachtete.
He could not hide the fact that he deeply despised his opponent.
The feeling of contempt is directed 'für' (for) someone or something. The preposition 'für' is always followed by the accusative.
Sie empfand nur noch Verachtung für ihren ehemaligen Geschäftspartner.
She felt nothing but contempt for her former business partner.
'Verachtung' (contempt) is often combined with verbs like 'empfinden' (to feel), 'fühlen' (to feel), or 'zeigen' (to show). Typical adjectives are 'tief' (deep), 'offen' (open), or 'pur' (pure).
In seiner Stimme lag eine tiefe Verachtung, als er über den Verrat sprach.
There was deep contempt in his voice when he spoke about the betrayal.
respect
'Respekt' and 'Verachtung' are clear opposites. With 'Respekt', you view a person or thing with esteem and treat them considerately. With 'Verachtung', you view someone or something very negatively and strongly reject them. 'Verachtung' is much stronger than simple criticism or anger. If you remain respectful, you recognize the other person's value or rights; with 'Verachtung', you do exactly the opposite.
Mit seiner Verachtung für die Kinder machte er die Stimmung in der Familie sehr schlecht.
With his contempt for the children, he made the atmosphere in the family very bad.
Herr Müllers Respekt vor seinen Eltern zeigt sich in seinem ruhigen Ton.
Mr. Müller's respect for his parents shows in his calm tone.