der Gemütszustand
Translation
state of mind, mood, emotional state
Examples
Sein Gemütszustand ändert sich oft.
His state of mind changes often.
Ihr positiver Gemütszustand ist ansteckend.
Her positive state of mind is contagious.
Grammar Patterns
to be in a good/bad state of mind to be in a good/bad state of mind He is in a bad state of mind today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Stimmung (mood), die Laune (mood/humor), das Befinden (condition/feeling)
Etymology
A compound of 'Gemüt' (mind, disposition) and 'Zustand' (state). It literally means 'state of the mind'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'mood-state'. 'Gemüt' is your inner disposition, and 'Zustand' is its current condition.