das Zweifeln
Translation
doubting, doubt
Examples
Das ständige Zweifeln macht ihn müde.
The constant doubting makes him tired.
Sein Zweifeln an sich selbst ist unbegründet.
His doubting of himself is unfounded.
Grammar Patterns
the doubting ((of sb./sth.)) the doubting of sb./sth. His doubting of himself is unfounded.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Skepsis, Misstrauen; Antonyms: Glaube, Vertrauen
Etymology
A nominalisation of the verb 'zweifeln' (to doubt). In German, infinitives can be capitalised to form neuter nouns.
Memory Tips
This is the act of doubting, equivalent to the English gerund 'doubting'. Remember that nominalised verbs are always neuter ('das').