das Sprachgefühl
Translation
feel for a language, linguistic intuition, ear for language
Examples
Er hat ein gutes Sprachgefühl.
He has a good feel for the language.
Manchmal hilft nur das Sprachgefühl.
Sometimes only linguistic intuition helps.
Grammar Patterns
to have a feel for sth. ((für et4)) She has a good feel for subtle nuances.
Similar Words
Sprachinstinkt, Intuition
Etymology
Composed of 'Sprache' (language) and 'Gefühl' (feeling). Literally means 'language feeling'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'gut feeling' for what sounds natural and correct in a language, beyond just knowing the grammar rules.