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rebirth / reincarnation
The religious or philosophical idea that the soul of a living being is reborn in a new body after death.
Im Buddhismus ist der Glaube an die Wiedergeburt von zentraler Bedeutung.
In Buddhism, belief in rebirth is of central importance.
The word is made up of 'wieder' (again) and 'Geburt' (birth). So it literally means a 'new birth' or 'birth again'.
Manche philosophischen Lehren befassen sich mit der Idee der Wiedergeburt.
Some philosophical teachings deal with the idea of rebirth.
You can recognize the religious meaning from words like 'Seele' (soul), 'Glaube' (belief), or 'Tod' (death). You can recognize the figurative meaning from topics like fashion, music, art, or ideas, often in connection with the verb 'erleben' (to experience).
Er glaubt an die Wiedergeburt der Seele nach dem Tod.
He believes in the rebirth of the soul after death.
In a religious or philosophical context, the fixed phrase 'der Glaube an die Wiedergeburt' (belief in rebirth) is very common. The preposition 'an' with the accusative is important here.
Der Glaube an die Wiedergeburt ist ein zentraler Aspekt vieler östlicher Religionen.
Belief in rebirth is a central aspect of many Eastern religions.
In the figurative sense, the phrase 'eine Wiedergeburt erleben' (to experience a rebirth) is often used to express that something old is becoming popular or relevant again.
Dank des neuen Films erlebte der Schauspieler eine Wiedergeburt seiner Karriere.
Thanks to the new film, the actor experienced a rebirth of his career.
comeback
'Comeback' and 'Wiedergeburt' can both describe the return or new life of something. 'Comeback' fits especially when a person appears again after a break or when a trend becomes popular again. It sounds more modern and everyday. 'Wiedergeburt' is stronger and more figurative. You use it when something had almost disappeared and then emerges again as if new. This can sound more solemn or dramatic. Learners may confuse the words because both describe something coming back. In practice: with athletes, artists, and trends, 'Comeback' is often more natural; for a major renewal of an idea, city, or art form, 'Wiedergeburt' can fit.
Viele sehen das neue Museum als Wiedergeburt des alten Stadtviertels.
Many see the new museum as the rebirth of the old neighborhood.
Im Sommer startet der Spieler sein Comeback nach der Verletzung.
In the summer, the player begins his comeback after the injury.