trouble / argument
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argument / trouble
A colloquial expression for an argument, trouble, or a heated dispute.
Die Nachbarn hatten gestern Abend wegen der lauten Musik wieder richtig Zoff.
The neighbors had a real argument again yesterday evening because of the loud music.
'Zoff' (trouble/argument) is a colloquial word. Use it in informal conversations with friends or family, but avoid it in formal emails, official letters, or academic texts.
Ich hatte gestern voll den Zoff mit meinem Bruder.
I had a huge argument with my brother yesterday.
'Zoff' (trouble/argument) is often combined with the verbs 'haben' (to have), 'bekommen' (to get), or 'machen' (to make/cause) to express that an argument exists, begins, or is caused.
Die beiden haben ständig Zoff miteinander.
The two of them are constantly arguing with each other.
To say whom you are having an argument with, you use the preposition 'mit' + dative. The reason for the argument is often expressed with 'wegen' + genitive (or colloquially + dative).
Sie hat Zoff mit ihrer besten Freundin.
She has an argument with her best friend.
peace
'der Frieden' and 'der Zoff' both fit situations with or without arguments. 'Frieden' means calm, harmony, and getting along well together. 'Zoff' is the everyday opposite: there is trouble, an argument, or a loud dispute. 'Zoff' is colloquial and fits especially with family, friends, school, or work. 'Frieden' sounds more neutral and can also be more serious or more general.
Wegen einer kleinen Bemerkung gibt es plötzlich Zoff in der Familie.
Because of a small remark, there is suddenly trouble in the family.
Am Abend ist endlich Frieden in der Wohnung, und alle kommen zur Ruhe.
In the evening, there is finally peace in the apartment, and everyone can relax.