der Wunschtraum
Translation
daydream, pipe dream, fantasy
Examples
Ein Haus am Meer ist mein großer Wunschtraum.
A house by the sea is my big dream.
Leider blieb sein Plan nur ein Wunschtraum.
Unfortunately, his plan remained just a pipe dream.
Grammar Patterns
to be a pipe dream to be a pipe dream That is just a pipe dream.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Illusion, Utopie, Fantasie; Antonyms: Realität (reality), Wirklichkeit (actuality)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Wunsch' (wish) and 'Traum' (dream). Literally a 'wish-dream'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: Wunsch (wish) + Traum (dream). It's a dream that you wish for.