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die Wärme
warmth / heat
The physical property that is felt as temperature; a state of high temperature as opposed to cold.
example
Die Wärme der Sonne auf der Haut fühlt sich gut an.
The warmth of the sun on your skin feels good.
die Wärme
warmth / heat
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Usage tips
Word family
'Die Wärme' (warmth/heat) is the noun that belongs to the adjective 'warm' (warm). If something is warm, it has Wärme.
EXAMPLE
Ich mag die Wärme im Sommer, aber nur, wenn es nicht zu heiß ist.
I like the warmth in summer, but only when it isn't too hot.
Uncountable noun
'Wärme' (warmth/heat) is usually an uncountable noun. It is used in the singular, often without an article, to describe the general concept. The plural is very rare and is used only in technical contexts.
EXAMPLE
Der Mantel speichert die Wärme sehr gut.
The coat stores heat very well.
Context clue
A distinction is made between physical and emotional Wärme (warmth). If the sentence refers to the sun, a stove, or heating, physical warmth/heat is meant. If it is about feelings, friendliness, or a person, the figurative, emotional meaning is intended.
EXAMPLE
Die Wärme des Kamins machte den Raum gemütlich.
The warmth of the fireplace made the room cozy.
Typical collocations
In the emotional meaning, 'Wärme' (warmth) is often combined with adjectives such as 'menschlich' (human) or 'herzlich' (warm/cordial). Typical verbs are 'ausstrahlen' (to radiate), 'spüren' (to feel), or 'geben' (to give).
EXAMPLE
In schwierigen Zeiten braucht man menschliche Wärme.
In difficult times, people need human warmth.
Compare with
Wärme vs Energie
energy
'Energie' and 'Wärme' can both occur in contexts involving heating and physics. 'Energie' is the more general term: it can appear, for example, as electricity, heat, or fuel. 'Wärme' refers more specifically to what you feel as warmth or what a heating system gives off into a room. Learners may confuse the words because heat can be a form of energy. In everyday language, you say 'Wärme' when talking about temperature, heating, or a warm feeling. 'Energie' fits when you are speaking more generally about consumption, power, or personal strength.
Wärme
Nach ein paar Minuten kam angenehme Wärme aus der Heizung.
After a few minutes, pleasant warmth came from the heater.
Energie
Das neue Gerät verbraucht weniger Energie als das alte.
The new device uses less energy than the old one.
In real life
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