das Bewusstsein
Translation
consciousness, awareness, mind
Examples
Er verlor das Bewusstsein.
He lost consciousness.
Sie hat ein starkes politisches Bewusstsein.
She has a strong political awareness.
Das Bewusstsein für die Umwelt wächst.
Awareness for the environment is growing.
Grammar Patterns
awareness of/for sth. The campaign raised awareness for the issue.
to lose consciousness He lost consciousness after the accident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wahrnehmung (perception), Erkenntnis (realization); Antonyms: Bewusstlosigkeit (unconsciousness)
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-', the verb 'wissen' (to know), and the suffix '-sein' (being). It literally means 'a state of knowing'.
Memory Tips
Focus on the root 'wissen' (to know). 'Bewusstsein' is the state of knowing or being aware of something.