enttäuschen
Translation
to disappoint, to let down
Examples
Sein Verhalten hat mich enttäuscht.
His behavior disappointed me.
Ich will dich nicht enttäuschen.
I don't want to disappoint you.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to disappoint sb. The result disappointed all of us.
Similar Words
Synonyms: desillusionieren, frustrieren; Antonyms: erfreuen, begeistern
Etymology
Composed of 'ent-' (a prefix indicating removal or reversal) and 'täuschen' (to deceive). It means to remove a deception, which often results in disappointment.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'ent-' (away from) + 'täuschen' (to deceive). When you're led away from a deception, you might be disappointed by the truth.