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). It literally means 'language feeling'.
Memory Tips
Imagine having a 'feel' for a language, like a musician has a feel for music. It's about intuitive correctness.