die Begeisterung
Translation
enthusiasm, excitement, delight
Examples
Seine Begeisterung für Musik ist ansteckend.
His enthusiasm for music is contagious.
Die Kinder zeigten große Begeisterung für das Spiel.
The children showed great enthusiasm for the game.
Er erledigte die Aufgabe mit großer Begeisterung.
He completed the task with great enthusiasm.
Grammar Patterns
((enthusiasm)) ((for sth.)) enthusiasm for sth. He shows great enthusiasm for science.
((with enthusiasm)) with enthusiasm She is working on the new project with enthusiasm.
Similar Words
Enthusiasmus, Leidenschaft; Antonyms: Gleichgültigkeit (indifference)
Etymology
From 'be-' (prefix) + 'Geist' (spirit) + '-erung' (noun suffix). It means to put spirit into something.
Memory Tips
Think of your 'Geist' (spirit) being lifted up with excitement.