das Paradox
Translation
paradox
Examples
Es ist ein Paradox, dass er arm und doch glücklich ist.
It's a paradox that he is poor yet happy.
Die Geschichte ist voller Paradoxe.
History is full of paradoxes.
Grammar Patterns
to be/represent a paradox The result is a real paradox.
Similar Words
contradiction, inconsistency, antinomy
Etymology
From Greek 'para-' (against, contrary to) + 'doxa' (opinion). An internationalism.
Memory Tips
It's almost identical to the English word 'paradox', making it easy to remember.