die Hingabe
Translation
devotion, dedication, passion, surrender
Examples
Sie arbeitet mit großer Hingabe.
She works with great dedication.
Seine Hingabe an die Musik ist bewundernswert.
His devotion to music is admirable.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) devotion to (sth.) His devotion to music is admirable.
((with)) with devotion She works with great devotion.
Similar Words
die Widmung (dedication), die Leidenschaft (passion), das Engagement (commitment)
Etymology
From the verb 'hingeben' (to devote oneself), which is 'hin' (towards) + 'geben' (to give). The act of 'giving oneself over' to something.
Memory Tips
Think of 'giving' ('geben') yourself 'towards' ('hin') a cause or a person. It's a complete gift of self.