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A2 noun #4,000 الأكثر شيوعاً 10 دقيقة للقراءة

der Schweiß

الأكثر شيوعاً #4,000

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح der Schweiß في 30 ثانية

الشرح der Schweiß in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know that 'der Schweiß' means 'sweat'. You might use it in very simple sentences like 'Ich habe Schweiß' or 'Es ist heiß, ich schwitze'. It is important to learn that it is a 'der' word (masculine). You should also recognize it in the context of weather (hot days) or basic exercise. You don't need to worry about metaphors yet, just the physical feeling of being wet because it is hot. Focus on the connection between 'heiß' (hot) and 'Schweiß'.

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At the A2 level, you should be able to use 'der Schweiß' in more descriptive sentences. You can talk about why you are sweating, such as 'Ich habe Schweiß auf der Stirn, weil ich Sport gemacht habe'. You should also learn the verb 'schwitzen' and the adjective 'verschwitzt'. You might start to see the word in health contexts, like a doctor asking if you have a fever. You should also be careful not to confuse it with 'die Schweiz' (Switzerland). Understanding the basic physical reality of sweat in common situations like the gym or a sunny day is the goal here.

At the B1 level, you can use 'der Schweiß' in more idiomatic ways. You should know the phrase 'Blut und Schweiß' to describe hard work. You can describe emotional states, such as having 'Angstschweiß' before an exam. You should also be comfortable with compound words like 'Schweißperlen' or 'Schweißausbruch'. You can explain more complex situations, such as 'Der Schweiß lief mir über das Gesicht, als ich die schwere Kiste trug'. Your grammar should be more precise, correctly using the accusative ('den Schweiß') and dative ('dem Schweiß') forms.

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At the B2 level, you should understand the cultural nuances of 'der Schweiß' in Germany, such as its role in sauna culture. You can use formal synonyms like 'Transpiration' in appropriate contexts (e.g., reading a health article). You should be able to discuss the physiological process of sweating or the societal implications of body odor in a nuanced way. You can use the word in professional settings to describe the effort put into a project. Your vocabulary should include more specific adjectives like 'schweißtreibend' (strenuous/sweat-inducing).

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C1 level, you should have a near-native grasp of the word. You can use it in literary or highly formal contexts, perhaps using the genitive 'des Schweißes' for dramatic effect. You understand subtle distinctions between 'Schweiß', 'Ausdünstung', and 'Transpiration'. You can follow complex medical discussions or technical specifications (e.g., sweat-resistant materials in engineering). You are also familiar with historical or poetic uses of the word in German literature and can use it to add color and depth to your own writing and speaking.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C2 level, you master the word 'der Schweiß' in all its forms, including rare technical plurals or archaic expressions. You can use it metaphorically with extreme precision to convey effort, fear, or vitality. You are aware of its use in different German dialects and can switch between formal and colloquial registers effortlessly. You can participate in deep cultural debates about health, hygiene, or labor where 'Schweiß' serves as a central symbol. Your usage is indistinguishable from that of an educated native speaker.

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der Schweiß في 30 ثانية

Der Schweiß is a masculine German noun meaning sweat or perspiration.
It is primarily used to describe physical exertion, heat, or emotional stress like fear.
Commonly paired with verbs like 'schwitzen' (to sweat) and 'abwischen' (to wipe).
Metaphorically represents hard work and sacrifice in phrases like 'Blut und Schweiß'.

The German noun der Schweiß refers to the moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, or emotional stress. At its core, it is the biological process of perspiration. In German culture, the word carries both literal and metaphorical weight, appearing in contexts ranging from high-intensity sports to the quiet intensity of a difficult exam. Understanding der Schweiß is essential for any learner because it bridges the gap between basic physical descriptions and more advanced idiomatic expressions about hard work and anxiety.

Biological Context: In a medical or biological sense, der Schweiß is the body's cooling mechanism. Doctors might ask about 'Nachtschweiß' (night sweats) or 'übermäßiger Schweiß' (excessive sweating). It is a neutral, scientific term in this setting.
The Effort Context: Just as in English, sweat is a symbol of labor. Germans use the phrase 'mit viel Schweiß' to describe something that required significant effort. It implies that the success was not easy but earned through literal or figurative perspiration.
The Emotional Context: Fear and nervousness are often linked to der Schweiß. The term 'Angstschweiß' (cold sweat of fear) is common when describing a terrifying situation or an upcoming stressful event like a public speech.

Nach dem langen Marathon lief mir der Schweiß in Strömen das Gesicht herunter.

In everyday German life, you will encounter this word frequently in the 'Sauna' culture. Germany has a very specific and popular sauna tradition where 'schwitzen' (to sweat) is seen as a health-promoting activity. You might hear people talking about the 'Aufguss' (the pouring of water on hot stones) and how it increases der Schweiß production. This context is entirely positive and health-oriented, unlike the potentially negative social connotation of body odor sometimes associated with sweat in other cultures. However, Germans are also very conscious of 'Schweißgeruch' (the smell of sweat) in public transport, leading to a huge market for 'Deo' (deodorant).

Metaphorically, der Schweiß is often paired with 'Blut' (blood) and 'Tränen' (tears). The phrase 'Blut, Schweiß und Tränen' is used just as it is in English to denote extreme sacrifice. If a project is described as 'schweißtreibend', it literally means 'sweat-driving', or very strenuous. This adjective is commonly used to describe fitness classes or difficult manual labor. Whether you are at the gym, in a sauna, or discussing a difficult task, der Schweiß is the go-to noun to describe the physical manifestation of intensity.

Der Handwerker wischte sich den Schweiß von der Stirn, bevor er die nächste Wand strich.

Using der Schweiß correctly requires understanding its grammatical behavior as a masculine noun and its common verbal pairings. While it is usually used in the singular, it can appear in various cases depending on the preposition or verb it follows. The most common verb associated with it is 'schwitzen' (to sweat), but when focusing on the noun itself, verbs like 'fließen' (to flow), 'perlen' (to bead), and 'abwischen' (to wipe away) are essential.

With 'fließen' (To Flow): When someone is sweating heavily, we say the sweat flows. 'Der Schweiß floss ihm in die Augen' (The sweat flowed into his eyes).
With 'perlen' (To Bead): This is more descriptive and often used in literature. 'Schweißperlen standen auf seiner Stirn' (Beads of sweat stood on his forehead).
With 'baden' (To Bathe): To be 'in Schweiß gebadet' means to be drenched in sweat, often due to a nightmare or fever.

Trotz der Kälte stand ihm der Schweiß auf der Oberlippe vor lauter Nervosität.

In the accusative case, which is very common after 'wischen' (to wipe), the article changes to 'den'. For example, 'Er wischt sich den Schweiß ab.' Notice the reflexive 'sich' (himself/herself) used here, which is standard when performing an action on one's own body. In the dative case, often used with 'von' (from), it becomes 'dem'. 'Er ist nass von dem Schweiß' (He is wet from the sweat). However, it is more natural to say 'Er ist schweißgebadet'.

When describing the intensity of work, you might say 'Dieses Projekt hat uns viel Schweiß gekostet' (This project cost us a lot of sweat). This is a very common way to express that something was arduous. Similarly, you can use it in the genitive case to describe the result of effort: 'Das ist der Lohn meines Schweißes' (That is the reward for my sweat/hard work). While the genitive is more formal, it adds a poetic or dramatic flair to your speech.

Ohne Schweiß kein Preis – dieses Sprichwort hört man oft im Sportverein.

Finally, consider the compound words. 'Schweißausbruch' (a sudden fit of sweating) is a term often used in medical or high-stress contexts. 'Schweißband' (sweatband) is common in tennis or running. By integrating these variations into your sentences, you move from a basic A2 level to a more nuanced B1/B2 command of the language. Always pay attention to the context: is it physical (heat), emotional (fear), or metaphorical (hard work)?

You will hear der Schweiß in a surprisingly diverse array of settings in German-speaking countries. From the local 'Fitnessstudio' to the traditional 'Sauna', and even in the professional workplace, the word and its derivatives are ubiquitous. Understanding these environments will help you recognize the word even when it is spoken quickly or in a specific dialect.

The Sports Hall (Die Sporthalle): Coaches often yell, 'Ich will Schweiß sehen!' (I want to see sweat!), motivating athletes to work harder. The smell of the locker room is often described as 'Schweißgeruch'.
The German Sauna: In a 'Saunalandschaft', the word is used clinically and healthily. People might discuss how 'der Schweiß' helps detoxify the body (a common, if scientifically debated, belief in Germany).
The Office (Das Büro): Metaphorically, a boss might thank the team for their 'Blut und Schweiß' after finishing a grueling project. It’s a sign of respect for their dedication.

In der vollen U-Bahn im Sommer ist der Geruch von Schweiß oft sehr unangenehm.

In television dramas or movies, characters often have 'Angstschweiß' during a thriller scene. You’ll hear the detective say, 'Ihm stand der Schweiß auf der Stirn' to indicate the suspect's guilt or nervousness. This visual cue is a staple of German storytelling. In weather reports during a 'Hitzewelle' (heatwave), news anchors might talk about 'schweißtreibende Temperaturen', warning the public to stay hydrated and avoid overexertion.

In medical settings, doctors use 'Schweiß' to diagnose various conditions. A 'Schweißtest' is a specific medical procedure, and patients are often asked if they suffer from 'Nachtschweiß'. If you are at a pharmacy (Apotheke), you might ask for something against 'starken Schweiß' if you struggle with hyperhidrosis. The word is thus not just a locker-room term but a necessary part of health and wellness vocabulary. Knowing the term helps you navigate these very different but common German experiences.

Der Arzt fragte mich, ob ich nachts oft Schweißausbrüche habe.

Learning German involves navigating several 'false friends' and words that sound nearly identical but have vastly different meanings. For der Schweiß, the potential for embarrassment is high if you mispronounce or misspell it. Here are the most common pitfalls that English speakers encounter and how to avoid them with confidence.

Confusing 'Schweiß' with 'Scheiß': This is the most dangerous mistake. 'Schweiß' (sweat) has the 'ei' diphthong (pronounced like 'eye'). 'Scheiß' is a vulgar term for 'shit'. Saying 'Ich bin voller Scheiß' instead of 'Ich bin voller Schweiß' will lead to very confused or offended looks.
Confusing 'Schweiß' with 'Schweiz': 'Die Schweiz' is Switzerland. While the 'ei' sound is the same, the ending is different. 'Schweiß' ends in a soft 's' sound (represented by 'ß'), whereas 'Schweiz' ends in a sharp 'ts' sound (z). 'Ich fahre in den Schweiß' makes no sense.
Gender Errors: Learners often want to make it neuter (das Schweiß) because they think of it as a generic substance. It is strictly masculine: der Schweiß. Using 'die' or 'das' will mark you as a beginner.

Falsch: Ich muss mir den Scheiß von der Stirn wischen. (Very vulgar!)

Another mistake involves the plural. In English, we rarely say 'sweats' unless referring to 'the night sweats' or 'sweatpants'. In German, der Schweiß is almost always used in the singular as an uncountable mass noun. While 'die Schweiße' technically exists in specialized medical terminology to describe different types of perspiration, you should never use it in daily conversation. Stick to the singular form to sound natural.

Finally, be careful with the verb 'schwitzen' vs. the noun 'Schweiß'. English speakers often say 'I am sweat' (Ich bin Schweiß), which is incorrect. You should say 'Ich schwitze' (I am sweating) or 'Ich bin verschwitzt' (I am sweaty). Using the noun 'Schweiß' usually requires a preposition like 'voller' (full of) or 'nass von' (wet from). Correcting these small grammatical and phonetic errors will significantly improve your fluency and prevent awkward social situations.

Richtig: Mein T-Shirt ist nass vor Schweiß.

While der Schweiß is the standard term, German offers several synonyms and related terms that can add precision to your descriptions. Depending on whether you are in a medical, formal, or casual setting, you might choose a different word to describe perspiration or the act of sweating.

Die Transpiration: This is the formal, technical term. You will find it in scientific texts or on the packaging of high-end deodorants ('hemmt die Transpiration'). It is rarely used in casual conversation.
Die Ausdünstung: This refers more to the 'exhalation' or 'vapor' coming off the body. It often has a slightly negative connotation, referring to body odor or the general 'smell' of a crowded room.
Die Feuchtigkeit: Literally 'moisture'. If you want to be very polite or indirect, you might say 'die Feuchtigkeit auf der Haut' instead of directly mentioning sweat.

Das Medikament reduziert die übermäßige Transpiration während der Nacht.

In terms of adjectives, 'verschwitzt' is the most common way to say 'sweaty'. If someone is extremely sweaty, you might say they are 'klitschnass' (sopping wet), though this can also apply to rain. Another specific term is 'schweißnass', which specifically attributes the wetness to sweat. In a sports context, you might hear 'ausgepowert' (burned out/exhausted), which implies having sweated a lot, even if the word 'Schweiß' isn't used.

When comparing der Schweiß to its English counterpart 'sweat', the usage is remarkably similar. However, German has more compound nouns that use 'Schweiß' as a prefix. For example, 'Schweißperle' (bead of sweat), 'Schweißausbruch' (sudden sweating), and 'Schweißfuß' (smelly foot/sweaty foot). These compounds are much more common in German than 'sweat-...' phrases are in English. Learning these compounds will make your German sound much more authentic and precise.

Nach dem Training war sein T-Shirt völlig schweißnass.

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

In hunting terminology (Waidmannssprache), 'Schweiß' is still used today to refer to the blood of game animals. A dog that tracks wounded animals is called a 'Schweißhund'.

دليل النطق

UK /ʃvaɪs/

US /ʃvaɪs/

The word has only one syllable, so the stress is on that single vowel sound.

يتقافى مع

Fleiß Heiß Preis Reis Weiß Gleis Greis Mais

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing 'w' as 'w' (English) instead of 'v'.
Confusing the 'ei' sound with 'ie' (Schweiß vs Schwiess).
Pronouncing the final 'ß' as a 'z' (Schweiz).
Pronouncing the 'sch' too softly.
Misplacing the diphthong sound.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 2/5

Easy to recognize in text due to its frequent use in health and sports.

الكتابة 3/5

Must remember the 'ß' and the masculine gender.

التحدث 4/5

Danger of mispronouncing it as 'Scheiß' or 'Schweiz'.

الاستماع 3/5

Context usually makes it clear, but sounds similar to other words.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

heiß Wasser Körper Sport machen

تعلّم لاحقاً

schwitzen verschwitzt die Hitze die Anstrengung das Handtuch

متقدم

die Transpiration die Ausdünstung der Stoffwechsel hyperhidrose der Aufguss

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Masculine Nouns ending in -iß

der Schweiß, der Fleiß, der Verschleiß.

Reflexive verbs with body parts

Ich wische mir (Dativ) den Schweiß (Akkusativ) ab.

Compound Noun formation

Schweiß + Perle = die Schweißperle (gender follows the last noun).

Uncountable nouns in German

Schweiß is used without a plural in 99% of cases.

Prepositions with 'von'

Nass von dem Schweiß (Dativ).

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Der Schweiß ist warm.

The sweat is warm.

Simple subject-predicate structure.

Ich habe Schweiß im Gesicht.

I have sweat on my face.

Use of 'im' (in dem) for location.

Ist das Schweiß?

Is that sweat?

Simple question.

Viel Schweiß beim Sport.

Lots of sweat during sports.

Noun phrase.

Der Schweiß riecht nicht.

The sweat does not smell.

Negation with 'nicht'.

Ich sehe den Schweiß.

I see the sweat.

Accusative case: 'den Schweiß'.

Kein Schweiß, kein Problem.

No sweat, no problem.

Use of 'kein' for negation.

Der Schweiß kommt von der Hitze.

The sweat comes from the heat.

Preposition 'von' + dative.

Nach dem Laufen habe ich viel Schweiß auf der Haut.

After running, I have a lot of sweat on my skin.

Temporal preposition 'nach'.

Wisch dir den Schweiß mit dem Handtuch ab.

Wipe the sweat off with the towel.

Imperative with reflexive 'dir'.

Der Schweiß brennt in meinen Augen.

The sweat stings in my eyes.

Plural dative 'in meinen Augen'.

Warum hast du so viel Schweiß an den Händen?

Why do you have so much sweat on your hands?

Interrogative 'warum'.

In der Sauna gibt es viel Schweiß.

In the sauna, there is a lot of sweat.

Expletive 'es gibt' + accusative.

Mein Hemd ist nass von Schweiß.

My shirt is wet from sweat.

Adjective 'nass' + 'von'.

Der Schweiß hilft dem Körper bei Hitze.

Sweat helps the body in heat.

Verb 'helfen' + dative 'dem Körper'.

Er hat Schweißperlen auf der Stirn.

He has beads of sweat on his forehead.

Compound noun 'Schweißperlen'.

Trotz der Klimaanlage stand ihm der Schweiß auf der Stirn.

Despite the air conditioning, sweat stood on his forehead.

Genitive preposition 'trotz'.

Dieses Tor war das Ergebnis von Blut und Schweiß.

This goal was the result of blood and sweat.

Idiomatic expression.

Sie wachte mitten in der Nacht in Schweiß gebadet auf.

She woke up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat.

Passive-like construction 'in Schweiß gebadet'.

Der Schweißgeruch im Bus war kaum zu ertragen.

The smell of sweat on the bus was hard to bear.

Compound 'Schweißgeruch'.

Er unterdrückte einen Schweißausbruch, als er die Nachricht las.

He suppressed a fit of sweating when he read the message.

Compound 'Schweißausbruch'.

Ohne Schweiß kein Preis, das ist mein Motto.

No pain, no gain (lit: without sweat no prize), that is my motto.

Proverbial usage.

Der Schweiß floss ihm in Strömen den Rücken hinunter.

The sweat flowed down his back in streams.

Idiomatic 'in Strömen'.

Man kann den Schweiß der Angst förmlich riechen.

You can literally smell the sweat of fear.

Genitive 'der Angst'.

Die schweißtreibende Arbeit in der Fabrik erschöpfte ihn völlig.

The sweat-inducing work in the factory exhausted him completely.

Adjective 'schweißtreibend'.

Ein Schweißband an der Stirn verhindert, dass Schweiß in die Augen gelangt.

A sweatband on the forehead prevents sweat from getting into the eyes.

Subordinate clause with 'dass'.

Die Produktion von Schweiß ist lebensnotwendig zur Regulierung der Körpertemperatur.

The production of sweat is vital for regulating body temperature.

Formal noun-heavy style.

Nach dem Aufguss in der Sauna rinnt der Schweiß nur so.

After the 'Aufguss' in the sauna, the sweat just pours.

Colloquial 'nur so' for emphasis.

Er verdeckte seinen Schweißausbruch mit einem gezwungenen Lächeln.

He hid his sudden sweating with a forced smile.

Accusative object with possessive.

Der Schweiß hinterlässt oft gelbe Flecken auf weißer Kleidung.

Sweat often leaves yellow stains on white clothing.

Verb 'hinterlassen'.

In dieser Stresssituation brach ihm der kalte Schweiß aus.

In this stressful situation, he broke out in a cold sweat.

Inversion for emphasis.

Die Sportler sind vom Schweiß der Anstrengung gezeichnet.

The athletes are marked by the sweat of exertion.

Passive construction with 'von'.

Die Lyrik thematisiert den Schweiß des Angesichts als Symbol der Mühsal.

The poetry themes the sweat of the brow as a symbol of hardship.

Literary genitive 'des Angesichts'.

Die Transpiration, umgangssprachlich Schweiß genannt, ist ein komplexer Vorgang.

Perspiration, colloquially called sweat, is a complex process.

Apposition.

Er wischte sich den Schweiß ab, ein stummes Zeugnis seiner harten Arbeit.

He wiped away the sweat, a silent testimony to his hard work.

Metaphorical apposition.

Das schweißgetränkte Tuch lag achtlos in der Ecke.

The sweat-soaked cloth lay carelessly in the corner.

Participle adjective 'schweißgetränkt'.

Trotz der Kälte des Raumes rann ihm der Schweiß die Schläfen hinunter.

Despite the coldness of the room, sweat ran down his temples.

Complex sentence structure.

Die ölige Konsistenz des Schweißes deutete auf eine Stoffwechselstörung hin.

The oily consistency of the sweat pointed to a metabolic disorder.

Genitive 'des Schweißes'.

Mit Schweiß und Tränen erkämpften sie sich ihre Unabhängigkeit.

With sweat and tears, they fought for their independence.

Rhetorical pairing.

Er war ein Mann, der den Schweiß der ehrlichen Arbeit nicht scheute.

He was a man who did not shy away from the sweat of honest labor.

Relative clause.

In der Hitze des Gefechts vermischte sich der Schweiß mit dem Staub der Arena.

In the heat of battle, sweat mixed with the dust of the arena.

High literary style.

Die Schweißbildung unterliegt dem vegetativen Nervensystem.

Sweat formation is subject to the autonomic nervous system.

Technical terminology 'Schweißbildung'.

Das Werk atmet den Schweiß und die Anstrengung ganzer Generationen.

The work breathes the sweat and effort of entire generations.

Personification 'atmet'.

Ein klebriger Schweißfilm überzog seine Haut nach dem Fieberschub.

A sticky film of sweat covered his skin after the fever spike.

Compound 'Schweißfilm'.

Die Metaphorik des Schweißes ist tief in der protestantischen Arbeitsethik verwurzelt.

The metaphor of sweat is deeply rooted in the Protestant work ethic.

Abstract academic discourse.

Jede Pore seines Körpers schien Schweiß abzusondern.

Every pore of his body seemed to secrete sweat.

Infinitive with 'zu' (abzusondern).

Die schiere Menge an Schweiß zeugte von der extremen Dehydrierung.

The sheer amount of sweat testified to the extreme dehydration.

Formal verb 'zeugen von'.

Er opferte seinen letzten Tropfen Schweiß für das Gelingen des Experiments.

He sacrificed his last drop of sweat for the success of the experiment.

Hyperbolic expression.

تلازمات شائعة

Schweiß abwischen

in Schweiß baden

Schweißperlen auf der Stirn

nach Schweiß riechen

kalter Schweiß

viel Schweiß kosten

schweißtreibende Übung

Schweißausbruch haben

Schweißfuß haben

Blut und Schweiß

العبارات الشائعة

Im Schweiße deines Angesichts

— A biblical phrase meaning 'by the sweat of your brow', referring to hard labor.

Er verdiente sein Brot im Schweiße seines Angesichts.

Schweißgebadet aufwachen

— To wake up drenched in sweat, usually after a nightmare.

Ich bin heute Nacht schweißgebadet aufgewacht.

Den Schweiß von der Stirn tupfen

— To dab sweat from the forehead carefully.

Die Braut tupfte sich den Schweiß ab.

In Schweiß kommen

— To start sweating or to start exerting oneself.

Bei dieser Hitze kommt man schnell in Schweiß.

Verschwitzt sein

— To be sweaty.

Komm nicht verschwitzt an den Tisch!

Schweißtreibend sein

— To be very strenuous.

Das Training war heute extrem schweißtreibend.

Einen Schweißausbruch bekommen

— To have a sudden onset of sweating.

Beim Anblick der Spinne bekam sie einen Schweißausbruch.

Schweißflecken unter den Armen

— Pit stains (sweat stains under the arms).

Er hatte hässliche Schweißflecken auf seinem Hemd.

Der Schweiß rinnt

— The sweat is running/pouring down.

Der Schweiß rann ihm nur so über den Rücken.

Den Schweiß nicht scheuen

— To not be afraid of hard work.

Sie scheut den Schweiß der Arbeit nicht.

يُخلط عادةً مع

der Schweiß vs Scheiß

Vulgar word for shit. Keep the 'w' clear!

der Schweiß vs Schweiz

The country Switzerland. Ends in 'z' (ts) not 'ß' (s).

der Schweiß vs weiß

The color white. Sounds identical but context is different.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"Blut, Schweiß und Tränen"

— Extreme effort and sacrifice required for a goal.

Der Aufstieg kostete uns Blut, Schweiß und Tränen.

rhetorical

"Im Schweiße seines Angesichts"

— Working very hard and earning something through labor.

Er baute das Haus im Schweiße seines Angesichts.

formal/literary

"Kein Schweiß, kein Preis"

— The German equivalent of 'No pain, no gain'.

Du musst mehr trainieren! Kein Schweiß, kein Preis!

informal

"In Schweiß geraten"

— To start to feel the pressure or to start working hard.

Bei der Prüfung bin ich ordentlich in Schweiß geraten.

neutral

"Der Schweiß der Edlen"

— A poetic way to refer to the effort of noble people (rare).

Dies ist der Schweiß der Edlen.

archaic

"Sich den Schweiß von der Stirn wischen"

— Metaphorically: to take a breath after a hard task.

Nach dem Umzug wischten wir uns den Schweiß von der Stirn.

neutral

"In Schweiß baden"

— To be extremely sweaty, often due to illness or fear.

Das Kind badete vor Fieber in Schweiß.

neutral

"Schweißperlen auf der Stirn haben"

— To be very nervous or under intense pressure.

Der Minister hatte bei der Pressekonferenz Schweißperlen auf der Stirn.

neutral

"Schweiß und Mühe"

— A common pairing to describe a difficult path.

Mit viel Schweiß und Mühe haben wir es geschafft.

neutral

"Schweißtreibende Angelegenheit"

— A matter or task that is very difficult or stressful.

Die Steuererklärung ist jedes Jahr eine schweißtreibende Angelegenheit.

informal

سهل الخلط

der Schweiß vs Speichel

Both are bodily fluids.

Speichel is saliva (mouth), Schweiß is sweat (skin).

Der Schweiß läuft von der Stirn, der Speichel ist im Mund.

der Schweiß vs Tränen

Both are salty liquids on the face.

Tränen come from eyes (crying), Schweiß from skin (heat/effort).

Er vergoss Tränen vor Trauer und Schweiß vor Anstrengung.

der Schweiß vs Blut

Often paired in idioms.

Blut is blood (internal/wounds), Schweiß is external.

Blut und Schweiß flossen auf dem Schlachtfeld.

der Schweiß vs Urin

Both are excretions.

Urin is waste from kidneys, Schweiß is for cooling.

Der Körper scheidet Urin und Schweiß aus.

der Schweiß vs Talg

Both produced by skin glands.

Talg is oil (sebum), Schweiß is water-based.

Die Haut produziert Talg und Schweiß.

أنماط الجُمل

Der Schweiß ist [Adjektiv].

Der Schweiß ist salzig.

Ich habe Schweiß auf [Körperteil].

Ich habe Schweiß auf der Stirn.

Trotz [Genitiv] floss der Schweiß.

Trotz der Kälte floss der Schweiß.

Er ist in Schweiß gebadet.

Nach dem Traum war er in Schweiß gebadet.

Die [Substantiv] ist schweißtreibend.

Die Wanderung ist schweißtreibend.

Ein Schweißausbruch deutet auf [Akkusativ] hin.

Ein Schweißausbruch deutet auf Stress hin.

Im Schweiße seines Angesichts [Verb] er.

Im Schweiße seines Angesichts arbeitete er auf dem Feld.

Die Metaphorik des Schweißes [Verb]...

Die Metaphorik des Schweißes durchzieht den gesamten Text.

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

Schweißperle

Schweißausbruch

Schweißband

Schweißfuß

Schweißdrüse

Nachtschweiß

Angstschweiß

الأفعال

schwitzen

verschwitzen

anschwitzen

ausschwitzen

الصفات

schweißtreibend

schweißnass

schweißgebadet

verschwitzt

schweißecht

مرتبط

Hitze

Anstrengung

Deodorant

Sauna

Hygiene

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كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

Very common in daily life, sports, and health contexts.

أخطاء شائعة

Ich bin Schweiß. → Ich schwitze / Ich bin verschwitzt.
You cannot 'be' the substance sweat; you are either in the state of sweating or covered in it.
Die Schweiß ist heiß. → Der Schweiß ist heiß.
Schweiß is masculine, not feminine.
Ich fahre in den Schweiß. → Ich fahre in die Schweiz.
Confusing sweat with Switzerland. Use 'z' sound for the country.
Viel Schweiße. → Viel Schweiß.
Schweiß is usually uncountable. Don't use the plural in daily life.
Das hat viel Scheiß gekostet. → Das hat viel Schweiß gekostet.
Accidentally using a swear word instead of 'sweat'. Very embarrassing!

نصائح

Gender Memory

Associate 'der Schweiß' with 'der Sport'. Both are masculine and often happen together.

The 'W' Sound

Make sure your 'w' in 'Schweiß' sounds like a 'v'. If it sounds like an English 'w', it will be hard to understand.

Compound Power

Learn 'Schweißperle' early. It's a very common and descriptive way to talk about sweat.

Sauna Etiquette

In a German sauna, you must sit on a towel so that no 'Schweiß' touches the wood. This is a very important rule!

Metaphorical Use

Use 'Schweiß' when talking about a difficult exam or a long project to show you worked hard.

The Vulgar Trap

Always enunciate the 'w'. Skipping it turns 'Schweiß' into 'Scheiß', which is a swear word.

ß vs ss

In Germany and Austria, it is 'Schweiß' with 'ß'. In Switzerland, they use 'ss' (Schweiss).

Nachtschweiß

This is a useful term to know if you ever need to describe symptoms to a German doctor.

No Pain No Gain

Impress your gym buddies by saying 'Ohne Schweiß kein Preis!'.

Deo is Key

Germans are sensitive to 'Schweißgeruch' in public, so 'Deo' is a frequent topic in summer.

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

Think of 'Sweat' and 'Schweiß'. They both start with 'Sw' (though German uses 'Sch-w') and have a similar vowel sound. Imagine a 'Wise' (weiß) man covered in 'Schweiß'.

ربط بصري

Imagine a cold bottle of water in summer with drops of condensation on it; those look like 'Schweißperlen' on a forehead.

Word Web

Körper Hitze Sport Salz Wasser Poren Geruch Anstrengung

تحدٍّ

Try to use the word 'schweißtreibend' next time you describe a workout or a difficult task to a German speaker.

أصل الكلمة

Derived from Middle High German 'sweiz' and Old High German 'sweiz'. It shares roots with the Proto-Germanic word '*swait-'.

المعنى الأصلي: The word has always referred to the liquid exuded from the skin, but in ancient times, it was also used to refer to blood in certain hunting contexts.

Indo-European (Germanic branch), cognate with English 'sweat', Dutch 'zweet', and Sanskrit 'svēda'.

السياق الثقافي

Avoid using the word 'Schweißgeruch' (smell of sweat) directly to describe a person, as it is considered rude. Use 'verschwitzt sein' instead.

In English, 'sweat' is often more associated with embarrassment or lack of hygiene, whereas in German, it has a stronger link to health (sauna) and honest labor.

Winston Churchill's speech: 'Blut, Schweiß und Tränen' (Blood, Toil, Tears and Sweat). The proverb 'Ohne Schweiß kein Preis'. German hunting tradition using 'Schweiß' for blood.

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

Gym/Fitness

Ich schwitze stark.
Wo ist mein Handtuch für den Schweiß?
Das ist schweißtreibend.
Viel Schweiß heute!

Sauna

Der Schweiß läuft.
Gesundes Schwitzen.
Nach dem Aufguss kommt der Schweiß.
Schweiß abspülen.

Medical

Haben Sie Nachtschweiß?
Ein plötzlicher Schweißausbruch.
Kalter Schweiß.
Schweißtest machen.

Work/Effort

Blut und Schweiß.
Viel Schweiß investiert.
Ehrlicher Schweiß.
Den Schweiß der Arbeit.

Weather

Bei der Hitze steht einem der Schweiß.
Schweißtreibende Temperaturen.
Man badet in Schweiß.
Überall Schweiß.

بدايات محادثة

"War das Training heute auch so schweißtreibend für dich?"

"Wie gehst du mit der Hitze um, wenn der Schweiß nur so läuft?"

"Glaubst du, dass Schweiß in der Sauna wirklich den Körper entgiftet?"

"Hast du auch immer Schweißperlen auf der Stirn, wenn du nervös bist?"

"Welches Deo hilft am besten gegen starken Schweißgeruch?"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

Beschreibe eine Situation, in der dir der Angstschweiß auf der Stirn stand.

Wie wichtig ist körperliche Anstrengung und Schweiß für dein Wohlbefinden?

Denkst du, dass die Redewendung 'Blut, Schweiß und Tränen' heute noch aktuell ist?

Beschreibe deinen letzten Saunabesuch und wie sich der Schweiß auf der Haut angefühlt hat.

Warum ist Schweiß ein Symbol für ehrliche Arbeit in vielen Kulturen?

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

Yes, 'der Schweiß' is always masculine. Even in compound words, if 'Schweiß' is the last part, it remains masculine, but if it's the first part, the gender depends on the second word, e.g., 'die Schweißperle'.

You can say 'Ich bin verschwitzt' or 'Ich schwitze'. Avoid saying 'Ich bin Schweiß', which sounds like you are literally made of sweat.

It translates to 'cold sweat' or 'sweat of fear'. It describes the physical reaction to being very scared or nervous.

In general, yes, but specifically in hunting, 'Schweiß' refers to the blood of the animal. For the physical act of sweating, some animals (like dogs) don't 'schwitzen' the same way humans do.

It is a sudden, heavy fit of sweating, often caused by medical issues, fever, or extreme psychological stress.

No, it is a mass noun like 'water' or 'milk'. You use 'viel' (much) instead of 'viele' (many). You can count 'Schweißperlen' (sweat beads) though.

It is a popular proverb meaning you have to work hard to achieve something. It’s the direct equivalent of 'No pain, no gain'.

It is pronounced like a sharp, voiceless 's', exactly like the 'ss' in 'kiss'.

It's a cultural health belief. Sweating is seen as 'entschlackend' (detoxifying) and good for the immune system.

It is a colloquial (and slightly derogatory) term for smelly, sweaty feet.

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