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tröstlich

B1 adjective #5,500 가장 일반적인 9분 분량

tröstlich

상위 5,500

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설명 tröstlich in your Level:

At the A1 level, you likely won't use 'tröstlich' very often, as it is a more advanced emotional word. However, you can understand it as a way to say something makes you feel good when you are sad. Think of it like 'gut' (good) or 'lieb' (kind) but specifically for when someone is crying or unhappy. You might hear it in very simple sentences like 'Das ist tröstlich.' You don't need to worry about the complex grammar yet; just remember that it comes from 'Trost' (comfort). If a friend is sad, you can give them a 'Schokolade' and say 'Das ist tröstlich.' It is a word about being a good friend and helping people feel better.

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At the A2 level, you are starting to describe feelings more accurately. You can use 'tröstlich' to describe things that help you when you have a problem. For example, 'Meine Mutter ist sehr tröstlich' (though usually, we say her words are tröstlich). You can use it with the verb 'sein' (to be). 'Die Musik ist tröstlich' or 'Das Wetter ist heute nicht tröstlich' (if it's raining and you are sad). You should also learn the opposite word, 'trostlos', which means very sad and without hope. This helps you build a 'word pair' in your brain. Remember that 'tröstlich' is an adjective, so it describes a thing or a person's behavior.

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At the B1 level, 'tröstlich' becomes a very useful word for the 'Speaking' and 'Writing' parts of your exam. You can use it to give opinions on social topics or personal stories. You should know how to decline the adjective: 'ein tröstlicher Gedanke' or 'tröstliche Worte'. You can use it to express empathy. For example, if you are writing a letter to a friend who lost their job, you could write: 'Es ist tröstlich zu wissen, dass du viele Freunde hast, die dir helfen.' This shows a higher level of emotional vocabulary. You also start to see the difference between physical comfort (bequem) and emotional comfort (tröstlich). This is a key distinction at this level.

At the B2 level, you should be able to use 'tröstlich' in more abstract and literary contexts. You might discuss whether a certain ending to a movie was 'tröstlich' or 'niederschmetternd' (crushing). You should be comfortable using it with prepositions like 'auf': 'Seine Anwesenheit wirkte tröstlich auf die ganze Familie.' You can also use it to describe atmosphere or art. For example, 'Die warme Farbgebung des Bildes hat etwas sehr Tröstliches.' Notice here the nominalization 'etwas Tröstliches' (something comforting). This is a common B2 structure where you turn an adjective into a noun after 'etwas', 'viel', or 'nichts'.

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At the C1 level, 'tröstlich' is used with precision to describe nuanced emotional states. You can use it in academic or professional discussions about psychology, sociology, or literature. You might analyze the 'tröstliche Funktion von Religion in der Gesellschaft' (the comforting function of religion in society). You should also be aware of synonyms like 'lindernd' or 'balsamisch' and know exactly when to choose 'tröstlich' over them. You can use it in complex sentence structures, such as: 'Trotz der tragischen Umstände blieb die tröstliche Gewissheit, dass sein Vermächtnis weiterleben würde.' Your use of the word should reflect an understanding of its deep roots in German humanism and literature.

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At the C2 level, you use 'tröstlich' with the mastery of a native speaker, often in creative writing or high-level philosophical discourse. You might use it ironically or to describe complex paradoxes, such as the 'tröstliche Melancholie' of an autumn day. You understand the historical weight of the word and its presence in the works of great German thinkers. You can use it to discuss the 'Aisthesis' (perception) of comfort in architecture or music. Your vocabulary is so broad that 'tröstlich' is just one of many tools you use to paint a precise emotional picture. You might also use related idiomatic expressions or rare derivatives seamlessly in your speech.

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tröstlich 30초 만에

Tröstlich means 'comforting' or 'consoling' in an emotional sense.
It is derived from the noun 'Trost' (comfort) and is used for thoughts, words, or music.
Do not confuse it with 'bequem' (physical comfort) or 'trostlos' (bleak/hopeless).
Common collocations include 'tröstliche Worte' and 'tröstlicher Gedanke'.

The German adjective tröstlich is a deeply emotive word that translates most directly to 'comforting' or 'consoling' in English. It is derived from the noun der Trost (comfort/consolation) and the suffix -lich, which creates an adjective indicating a quality or tendency. When something is described as tröstlich, it implies that the object, thought, or action has the power to alleviate grief, sorrow, or anxiety. Unlike the English word 'comfortable,' which often refers to physical ease (German: bequem or gemütlich), tröstlich is almost exclusively reserved for emotional and psychological relief.

Emotional Resonance: It describes the feeling of being less alone in one's suffering. It is the warmth of a shared memory after a loss or the hope found in a difficult situation.

In a cultural sense, Germans use tröstlich to highlight the silver lining in a dark cloud. It is a word used in literature, eulogies, and intimate conversations. For instance, if a friend is going through a breakup, you might offer a tröstlicher Gedanke (comforting thought) about how much they have grown through the experience. It suggests a gentle, soft kind of strength rather than a loud or aggressive solution to a problem.

Es ist ein tröstlicher Gedanke, dass wir uns eines Tages wiedersehen.

Translation: It is a comforting thought that we will see each other again one day.

Spiritual Context: In religious or philosophical contexts, the word is used to describe the peace found in faith or the acceptance of mortality.

Furthermore, the word can be used for sensory experiences that provide emotional relief. A warm soup on a cold day might be described as tröstlich if the person eating it feels emotionally restored by it. It is about the transition from a state of distress to a state of relative peace. It is the verbal equivalent of a warm blanket wrapped around the soul.

Die Musik wirkte in dieser schweren Zeit sehr tröstlich auf sie.

Literary Usage: Authors often use this adjective to describe landscapes or settings that offer refuge to a weary protagonist, such as a 'tröstliches Licht' (comforting light) in a dark forest.

Ultimately, tröstlich is about the human capacity for empathy and the small things that make existence bearable during periods of hardship. It is a word that acknowledges pain while simultaneously pointing toward its mitigation.

Using tröstlich correctly involves understanding its role as an adjective and its various grammatical positions. It can be used attributively (before a noun), predicatively (after a verb like 'sein' or 'wirken'), or even adverbially in some contexts, though its use as an adjective is much more common.

Attributive Use (Before Nouns): When placed before a noun, it must follow the standard German adjective declension rules based on the gender, case, and article of the noun. For example: 'Ein tröstlicher Brief' (A comforting letter - masculine nominative), 'Eine tröstliche Nachricht' (A comforting news - feminine nominative), 'Das tröstliche Ende' (The comforting end - neuter nominative).

Sie schenkte ihm ein tröstliches Lächeln, bevor sie ging.

In the predicative position, the word remains undeclined. This is the simplest way for learners to use it. You can say 'Das ist tröstlich' (That is comforting) or 'Seine Worte waren tröstlich' (His words were comforting). This structure is frequently used to provide feedback on a situation or a statement.

Comparative and Superlative: The comparative form is 'tröstlicher' and the superlative is 'am tröstlichsten'. Use these to rank sources of comfort. 'Nichts ist tröstlicher als die Stimme der Mutter' (Nothing is more comforting than a mother's voice).

Es ist tröstlich zu wissen, dass man nicht allein ist.

You can also use 'tröstlich' in combination with 'finden' (to find). 'Ich finde es tröstlich, dass...' (I find it comforting that...). This is a very common B1-level construction for expressing personal opinions and feelings. It introduces a subordinate clause that explains the source of the comfort.

Common Noun Pairings: - Tröstliche Worte (comforting words)
- Tröstlicher Gedanke (comforting thought)
- Tröstliche Gewissheit (comforting certainty)
- Tröstliche Stille (comforting silence)

Pay attention to the nuance: 'tröstlich' is passive. It describes the object that provides the comfort. If you want to describe the person who is actively giving comfort, you would more likely use the verb 'trösten' or the adjective 'trostspendend' (comfort-giving).

You will encounter tröstlich in a variety of emotional and formal contexts in German-speaking countries. It is not a word commonly used in slang or casual banter, but rather one that appears when the conversation turns to more significant, personal, or somber matters.

In Literature and Poetry: German literature is rich with the exploration of 'Weltschmerz' (world-weariness) and its cure. You will find 'tröstlich' in novels by Thomas Mann or poems by Rainer Maria Rilke, where the beauty of nature or art is described as a comforting force against the harshness of reality.

In der Lyrik wird oft die tröstliche Kraft der Natur besungen.

In everyday life, you might hear it during a Trauerfeier (funeral service). A priest or a speaker might say, 'Es ist tröstlich, wie viele Menschen heute gekommen sind.' This acknowledges the communal support as a source of relief for the bereaved. Similarly, in cards of condolence (Beileidskarten), the word is a staple: 'Wir hoffen, dass diese Worte tröstlich für dich sind.'

Psychology and Counseling: In therapy or support groups, therapists might ask patients what they find 'tröstlich' in their daily lives, encouraging them to identify coping mechanisms that provide emotional stability.

You might also hear it in the context of 'Nostalgie' (nostalgia). Looking at old photographs can be described as tröstlich because it connects the individual to a happier or simpler time. In this sense, it is a very warm, 'fuzzy' word that bridges the gap between the past and the present.

Für viele Senioren ist der Besuch ihrer Enkelkinder sehr tröstlich.

Media and Podcasts: Many German podcasts focusing on mental health or 'Achtsamkeit' (mindfulness) use 'tröstlich' to describe the feeling of self-compassion or the realization that one's struggles are shared by others.

Finally, in more philosophical discussions, the word is used to discuss the 'tröstliche Endlichkeit' (comforting finitude) of life—the idea that the temporary nature of things gives them more meaning.

For English speakers, the most frequent mistake when using tröstlich is confusing it with other adjectives that translate to 'comfortable' or 'comforting' in different contexts. German is much more specific about types of comfort.

Mistake 1: tröstlich vs. bequem: 'Bequem' refers to physical comfort, like a soft chair or loose clothing. Calling a chair 'tröstlich' would imply that the chair provides deep emotional healing, which sounds strange in a normal context. Use 'bequem' for furniture and 'tröstlich' for feelings.

Falsch: Dieser Sessel ist sehr tröstlich.
Richtig: Dieser Sessel ist sehr bequem.

Another common error is the confusion with trostlos. Because they look similar, learners often mix them up. However, 'trostlos' is the exact opposite. If you tell someone their house is 'trostlos', you are saying it is depressing and miserable, which is the opposite of 'tröstlich'.

Mistake 2: tröstlich vs. gemütlich: 'Gemütlich' is the famous German word for 'cozy'. While a cozy room can be 'tröstlich' if you are sad, the words are not interchangeable. 'Gemütlich' is about the atmosphere and social vibes; 'tröstlich' is about the emotional relief of a burden.

Learners also sometimes struggle with the difference between beruhigend (calming/reassuring) and tröstlich. While they overlap, 'beruhigend' is used for anxiety and stress, while 'tröstlich' is more specifically for sadness, grief, or loss. If you lose your keys, a 'beruhigender Gedanke' is that you have a spare. If you lose a pet, a 'tröstlicher Gedanke' is that they lived a long, happy life.

Es ist tröstlich (not 'bequem'), dass wir uns alle wiedersehen.

Mistake 3: Word Order with 'wirken': Remember that 'auf' always comes before the person being comforted. 'Seine Worte wirkten auf mich tröstlich' or 'Seine Worte wirkten tröstlich auf mich'. Putting the person in the wrong case (e.g., Dative without 'auf') is a common error.

To expand your vocabulary beyond tröstlich, it is helpful to look at related adjectives that describe different shades of emotional support and relief.

Beruhigend (Calming/Reassuring): This is the most common alternative. Use it when the focus is on reducing anxiety or nerves.
Example: 'Die Nachricht, dass die Operation gut verlaufen ist, war sehr beruhigend.'
Aufmunternd (Encouraging/Cheering up): Use this when the goal is to make someone smile or give them energy. 'Tröstlich' is more about peace; 'aufmunternd' is more about action and mood-lifting.
Example: 'Er schickte mir eine aufmunternde SMS vor meiner Prüfung.'
Lindernd (Soothing/Alleviating): Often used in medical or physical contexts, but also metaphorically for pain. It implies a reduction in the intensity of suffering.
Example: 'Die Salbe wirkt schmerzlindernd.' (Metaphorically: 'Ihre Worte wirkten lindernd auf seinen Kummer.')
Balsamisch (Balmy/Soothing like balm): A more poetic, high-register word. It suggests something that heals like a balm on a wound.
Example: 'Die Musik war wie ein balsamischer Regen für seine Seele.'

Ein tröstliches Wort zur rechten Zeit kann Wunder wirken.

When comparing these words, remember that tröstlich has a specific connection to Trauer (grief) and Verlust (loss). If someone is simply stressed about work, you wouldn't necessarily say a cup of coffee is 'tröstlich' unless they feel a deep emotional void that the coffee is filling. 'Entspannend' (relaxing) would be better there.

In formal German, you might also use 'konsolatorisch', but this is extremely academic and rarely used in speech. Stick to 'tröstlich' for 99% of situations where you want to describe something as comforting in an emotional sense.

How Formal Is It?

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The word is related to 'trust'. Originally, to comfort someone meant to give them something they could trust or rely on in a time of instability.

발음 가이드

UK /ˈtʁøːstlɪç/

US /ˈtʁøːstlɪk/

The stress is on the first syllable: TRÖST-lich.

라임이 맞는 단어

köstlich (delicious) östlich (eastern) fröstlich (chilly - rare) hässlich (ugly - imperfect rhyme) passlich (fitting) fasslich (comprehensible) verlässlich (reliable) grässlich (terrible)

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing 'ö' like 'o'.
Pronouncing 'ch' like 'k' (tröstlik).
Confusing the stress and putting it on the second syllable.
Swallowing the 't' in the middle.
Pronouncing the 'i' too long.

난이도

독해 3/5

Easy to recognize if you know 'Trost'.

쓰기 5/5

Requires correct adjective endings and understanding of nuance.

말하기 4/5

The 'ö' and 'ch' sounds can be tricky for beginners.

듣기 3/5

Commonly heard in emotional contexts.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

Trost trösten traurig helfen Gedanke

다음에 배울 것

lindernd beruhigend trostlos die Anteilnahme die Geborgenheit

고급

balsamisch konsolatorisch die Seelsorge das Erbarmen die Zuversicht

알아야 할 문법

Adjective Declension

Ein tröstlicher (masc) Gedanke, eine tröstliche (fem) Nachricht, ein tröstliches (neut) Wort.

Nominalization of Adjectives

Er sagte etwas Tröstliches (Something comforting).

Comparison of Adjectives

Dieses Buch ist tröstlicher als das andere.

Prepositional Objects with 'wirken'

Es wirkt tröstlich auf (Accusative) mich.

Subordinate Clauses with 'dass'

Es ist tröstlich, dass du hier bist.

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Das ist tröstlich.

That is comforting.

Simple subject + verb + adjective (predicative).

Schokolade ist tröstlich.

Chocolate is comforting.

Noun + sein + adjective.

Deine Hilfe ist tröstlich.

Your help is comforting.

Possessive pronoun + noun.

Ein tröstliches Wort.

A comforting word.

Adjective ending -es for neuter noun (das Wort).

Ist das tröstlich?

Is that comforting?

Question form.

Musik ist oft tröstlich.

Music is often comforting.

Adverb 'oft' qualifying the sentence.

Ein tröstliches Ende.

A comforting end.

Adjective ending -es for 'das Ende'.

Das ist nicht tröstlich.

That is not comforting.

Negation with 'nicht'.

Es ist tröstlich, dich zu sehen.

It is comforting to see you.

Expletive 'es' + infinitive clause with 'zu'.

Seine Stimme klingt tröstlich.

His voice sounds comforting.

Verb 'klingen' + adjective.

Wir brauchen tröstliche Nachrichten.

We need comforting news.

Plural adjective ending -e.

Der Tee ist sehr tröstlich.

The tea is very comforting.

Adverb 'sehr' used as an intensifier.

Das war eine tröstliche Geschichte.

That was a comforting story.

Feminine adjective ending -e (die Geschichte).

Ich finde diesen Gedanken tröstlich.

I find this thought comforting.

Accusative object + adjective.

Haben Sie tröstliche Worte für mich?

Do you have comforting words for me?

Formal address 'Sie'.

Es ist ein tröstlicher Tag.

It is a comforting day.

Masculine adjective ending -er (der Tag).

Es ist tröstlich zu wissen, dass alles gut wird.

It is comforting to know that everything will be fine.

Infinitive construction with 'zu wissen'.

Die tröstliche Wirkung der Musik ist bekannt.

The comforting effect of music is well-known.

Attributive adjective with definite article.

Er sprach mit einer tröstlichen Ruhe.

He spoke with a comforting calmness.

Dative case after 'mit'.

Ich finde es tröstlich, dass wir nicht allein sind.

I find it comforting that we are not alone.

Subordinate clause starting with 'dass'.

Gibt es etwas Tröstliches in dieser Situation?

Is there something comforting in this situation?

Nominalized adjective after 'etwas'.

Seine Worte waren tröstlicher als erwartet.

His words were more comforting than expected.

Comparative form 'tröstlicher'.

Sie suchte nach einem tröstlichen Buch.

She was looking for a comforting book.

Dative masculine/neuter ending -em after 'nach'.

Das tröstliche Licht der Kerze erhellte den Raum.

The comforting light of the candle lit up the room.

Genitive case 'der Kerze'.

Die Gewissheit ihrer Freundschaft wirkte tröstlich auf ihn.

The certainty of her friendship had a comforting effect on him.

Prepositional object 'auf ihn'.

Trotz der Trauer gab es viele tröstliche Momente.

Despite the grief, there were many comforting moments.

Preposition 'trotz' + Genitive.

Es ist am tröstlichsten, wenn man darüber redet.

It is most comforting when you talk about it.

Superlative form 'am tröstlichsten'.

Sie empfand die Stille im Wald als tröstlich.

She perceived the silence in the forest as comforting.

Verb 'empfinden' + 'als'.

Ein tröstliches Lächeln kann eine ganze Welt verändern.

A comforting smile can change a whole world.

Modal verb 'kann'.

Die tröstliche Botschaft des Films berührte viele Zuschauer.

The comforting message of the film touched many viewers.

Strong adjective declension.

Er fand tröstliche Worte für die Hinterbliebenen.

He found comforting words for the bereaved.

Plural accusative object.

In der tröstlichen Umgebung des Heims fühlte sie sich sicher.

In the comforting environment of the home, she felt safe.

Dative feminine ending -en after 'in der'.

Die philosophische Abhandlung bot eine tröstliche Perspektive auf das Altern.

The philosophical treatise offered a comforting perspective on aging.

Complex noun phrase.

Inmitten des Chaos wirkte ihre Gelassenheit überaus tröstlich.

Amidst the chaos, her serenity seemed exceedingly comforting.

Adverbial 'überaus' used for emphasis.

Es ist eine tröstliche Vorstellung, dass Energie niemals verloren geht.

It is a comforting idea that energy is never lost.

Abstract noun 'Vorstellung'.

Die tröstliche Kraft des Gebets ist für viele unumstößlich.

The comforting power of prayer is indisputable for many.

Genitive attribute 'des Gebets'.

Trotz aller Widrigkeiten blieb ein tröstlicher Rest an Hoffnung.

Despite all adversities, a comforting remnant of hope remained.

Noun 'Rest' + Genitive 'an Hoffnung'.

Ihre tröstliche Art mit Menschen umzugehen, wird sehr geschätzt.

Her comforting way of dealing with people is highly valued.

Infinitive with 'zu' as a noun modifier.

Es gibt kaum etwas Tröstlicheres als die bedingungslose Liebe eines Tieres.

There is hardly anything more comforting than the unconditional love of an animal.

Comparative nominalized adjective.

Die tröstliche Symmetrie der Architektur beruhigte seine Sinne.

The comforting symmetry of the architecture calmed his senses.

Subject with complex attribute.

Die tröstliche Endlichkeit des Seins ist ein zentrales Thema seiner Lyrik.

The comforting finitude of being is a central theme of his poetry.

Philosophical terminology.

Es liegt eine tröstliche Melancholie in den Klängen dieser Sonate.

There is a comforting melancholy in the sounds of this sonata.

Oxymoron usage.

Die tröstliche Gewissheit der zyklischen Natur spendet in dunklen Zeiten Kraft.

The comforting certainty of nature's cyclicality provides strength in dark times.

Complex genitive construction.

In der tröstlichen Distanz der Erinnerung verblassen die scharfen Kanten des Schmerzes.

In the comforting distance of memory, the sharp edges of pain fade.

Metaphorical language.

Manche finden die tröstliche Leere der Wüste inspirierend.

Some find the comforting emptiness of the desert inspiring.

Abstract adjective-noun pairing.

Es ist ein tröstlicher Anachronismus in unserer schnelllebigen Welt.

It is a comforting anachronism in our fast-paced world.

High-level vocabulary (Anachronismus).

Die tröstliche Banalität des Alltags hilft über schwere Verluste hinweg.

The comforting banality of everyday life helps one get over heavy losses.

Paradoxical usage.

Nichts wirkte tröstlicher als das stete Rauschen des Meeres.

Nothing seemed more comforting than the steady roaring of the sea.

Comparative with 'als' and nominalized verb.

자주 쓰는 조합

tröstliche Worte

ein tröstlicher Gedanke

tröstliche Gewissheit

tröstliche Nachricht

tröstliche Stille

tröstliches Lächeln

tröstliche Wirkung

tröstliche Perspektive

tröstliche Nähe

tröstliche Präsenz

자주 쓰는 구문

Es ist tröstlich zu wissen...

— A standard way to introduce a comforting fact or belief.

Es ist tröstlich zu wissen, dass wir nicht allein sind.

Tröstliche Worte finden

— To succeed in saying the right thing to someone who is grieving.

In solchen Momenten ist es schwer, tröstliche Worte zu finden.

Etwas als tröstlich empfinden

— To perceive something as a source of comfort.

Sie empfand seine Geste als sehr tröstlich.

Eine tröstliche Bilanz ziehen

— To look back at a situation and find positive aspects despite failure.

Trotz der Niederlage konnte der Trainer eine tröstliche Bilanz ziehen.

Tröstliche Aussichten

— Hopeful or positive future possibilities in a bad situation.

Die wirtschaftlichen Prognosen bieten wenig tröstliche Aussichten.

Tröstliche Gewissheit

— A fact that one is sure of which provides peace of mind.

Die tröstliche Gewissheit, dass die Arbeit getan ist.

Tröstliches Licht

— Metaphorical or literal light that brings hope.

Ein tröstliches Licht am Ende des Tunnels.

Tröstliche Melancholie

— A state of sadness that is somehow pleasant or healing.

Der Film hinterließ eine tröstliche Melancholie.

Tröstlicher Beistand

— Support given to someone in need that provides comfort.

Vielen Dank für Ihren tröstlichen Beistand.

Tröstliche Antwort

— A response that relieves worry or sadness.

Er wartete vergeblich auf eine tröstliche Antwort.

자주 혼동되는 단어

tröstlich vs bequem

Bequem is for chairs and shoes; tröstlich is for the heart and mind.

tröstlich vs trostlos

Trostlos is the opposite; it means hopeless and miserable.

tröstlich vs gemütlich

Gemütlich is cozy/atmosphere; tröstlich is emotional relief.

관용어 및 표현

"Ein schwacher Trost sein"

— To be a poor or small consolation that doesn't really help much.

Dass andere auch verloren haben, ist nur ein schwacher Trost.

informal/neutral

"Trost spenden"

— To give comfort actively (often used for people or religion).

Der Pfarrer versuchte, den Angehörigen Trost zu spenden.

formal

"Sich mit etwas trösten"

— To console oneself with something (sometimes used mockingly).

Er tröstete sich mit einer Flasche Wein über die Niederlage hinweg.

informal

"Trost suchen"

— To look for comfort in someone or something.

Nach dem Unfall suchte sie Trost bei ihren Eltern.

neutral

"Ein Trostpflaster sein"

— A small gift or gesture meant to make up for a disappointment.

Die Bronzemedaille war nur ein Trostpflaster für den Favoriten.

informal

"Balsam für die Seele"

— Something that is incredibly 'tröstlich' or healing for the mind.

Dein Lob war wie Balsam für meine Seele.

neutral/poetic

"Den Kopf hängen lassen"

— To be sad/discouraged (the state that needs something 'tröstlich').

Lass den Kopf nicht hängen, es wird alles wieder gut.

informal

"Wunden heilen"

— To recover from emotional pain (the goal of 'tröstlich' things).

Die Zeit heilt alle Wunden.

neutral

"Worte, die die Seele streicheln"

— Words that are very comforting and gentle.

Ihre tröstlichen Worte waren wie Streicheleinheiten für seine Seele.

poetic

"Wieder Land sehen"

— To see hope again after a 'trostlos' period.

Nach dem Gespräch sah er endlich wieder Land.

informal

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tröstlich vs trostlos

Similar root and structure.

Trostlos means 'without comfort' (bleak), while tröstlich means 'providing comfort'. They are opposites.

Die trostlose Wüste (bleak desert) vs. Ein tröstlicher Gedanke (comforting thought).

tröstlich vs bequem

Both translate to 'comfortable' in some English contexts.

Bequem is physical ease (a bed). Tröstlich is emotional ease (a kind word).

Ein bequemes Bett vs. Eine tröstliche Nachricht.

tröstlich vs beruhigend

Overlap in meaning (calming/reassuring).

Beruhigend is for anxiety/stress. Tröstlich is for sadness/grief.

Eine beruhigende Tablette vs. Ein tröstliches Gespräch.

tröstlich vs gemütlich

Both relate to a feeling of well-being.

Gemütlich is social/environmental coziness. Tröstlich is inner emotional healing.

Ein gemütlicher Abend vs. Eine tröstliche Umarmung.

tröstlich vs erfreulich

Both are positive adjectives.

Erfreulich is 'pleasing/joyful'. Tröstlich is 'comforting in a sad situation'.

Eine erfreuliche Nachricht (won the lottery) vs. Eine tröstliche Nachricht (surgery went well).

문장 패턴

Das ist [adjective].

Das ist tröstlich.

Es ist [adjective], [infinitive clause].

Es ist tröstlich, dich zu hören.

Ich finde [noun] [adjective].

Ich finde diesen Gedanken tröstlich.

[Subject] wirkt [adjective] auf [Person].

Die Musik wirkt tröstlich auf mich.

Trotz [Genitive], blieb [adjective] [Noun].

Trotz der Krise blieb eine tröstliche Hoffnung.

In der [adjective] [Noun] liegt [Noun].

In der tröstlichen Stille liegt die Kraft.

Etwas [Nominalized Adjective] sagen.

Er sagte etwas Tröstliches.

Es ist am [Superlative], wenn...

Es ist am tröstlichsten, wenn die Sonne scheint.

어휘 가족

명사

der Trost (comfort)

der Tröster (comforter)

die Tröstung (consolation - formal)

die Trostlosigkeit (bleakness)

das Trostpflaster (consolation prize)

동사

trösten (to comfort)

sich trösten (to console oneself)

getröstet sein (to be comforted)

vertrösten (to put someone off with excuses)

형용사

tröstlich (comforting)

trostlos (hopeless/bleak)

ungetröstet (uncomforted)

trostspendend (comfort-giving)

사용법

frequency

Common in specific emotional contexts, rare in technical or business contexts.

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Diese Couch ist sehr tröstlich. → Diese Couch ist sehr bequem.
You are talking about physical comfort, not emotional healing.
Das ist eine trostliche Nachricht. → Das ist eine tröstliche Nachricht.
Do not forget the Umlaut (ö). Without it, the word doesn't exist or sounds like 'trostlos'.
Ich bin tröstlich. → Ich bin getröstet. / Ich bin ein tröstlicher Mensch.
If you mean 'I feel comforted', use the past participle 'getröstet'. 'Ich bin tröstlich' means 'I am a comforting object'.
Seine Worte wirkten tröstlich für mich. → Seine Worte wirkten tröstlich auf mich.
The verb 'wirken' usually takes the preposition 'auf' + Accusative.
Es ist ein tröstlich Gedanke. → Es ist ein tröstlicher Gedanke.
Missing adjective ending for a masculine nominative noun with an indefinite article.

팁

Use it in letters

When writing to someone who is going through a hard time, 'tröstlich' is a very high-quality word to show empathy.

Adjective Endings

Remember to check the noun's gender. 'Der Gedanke' (masc) -> 'ein tröstlicher Gedanke'. 'Die Nachricht' (fem) -> 'eine tröstliche Nachricht'.

Learn the family

Learning 'Trost', 'trösten', and 'tröstlich' together will help you remember all three much faster.

Emotional vs. Physical

Always ask yourself: Is this about my body (bequem) or my soul (tröstlich)?

Intonation

Because it's a soft, kind word, native speakers usually say it with a soft, falling intonation.

German Sincerity

Germans value 'Trost'. Don't be afraid to use this word; it doesn't sound 'too much' if the situation is genuinely sad.

Subordinate Clauses

Use the pattern 'Es ist tröstlich, dass...' to explain complex reasons for your comfort.

Context Clues

If you hear 'Trauer' or 'Verlust', expect to hear 'tröstlich' or 'Trost' shortly after.

The 'Ö' trick

Visualize the two dots on the 'ö' as two eyes crying, and the word 'tröstlich' as the tissue that helps.

Nominalization

Try saying 'etwas Tröstliches' instead of just 'etwas Gutes' to sound more like a C1 speaker.

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기억법

Think of 'Trust'. When you 'trust' a friend in a sad time, their words are 'tröstlich'. Both start with 'tr-'.

시각적 연상

Imagine a warm blanket (Trost) wrapped around a shivering person. The blanket is 'tröstlich'.

Word Web

Trost Trösten Tröstlich Trostlos Tröster Trostpflaster Getröstet Trostsuchend

챌린지

Try to find one 'tröstlich' thing in your room right now and describe it in German: 'Mein alter Teddybär ist tröstlich.'

어원

Derived from the Middle High German word 'trōst', which meant 'trust', 'confidence', or 'protection'. Over time, the meaning shifted from 'reliance on someone' to 'the emotional support given to someone'.

원래 의미: Confidence, help, or protection.

Germanic (cognate with English 'trust').

문화적 맥락

Be careful when using 'tröstlich' for very small problems; it can sound overly dramatic. Use 'beruhigend' for minor stress.

English speakers often use 'comforting' for food (comfort food). In German, 'tröstlich' is used for food too, but it sounds slightly more poetic or emotional than just 'Comfort-Food'.

Johann Sebastian Bach's cantata 'Ich hatte viel Bekümmernis' focuses on 'Trost'. The 'Trost-Lied' in various German hymnals. Thomas Mann's use of the word in 'The Magic Mountain' to describe the atmosphere of the sanatorium.

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실제 사용 상황

Bereavement/Grief

Tröstliche Worte finden
Ein tröstlicher Brief
Das ist ein tröstlicher Gedanke
Tröstlicher Beistand

Religion/Spirituality

Die tröstliche Botschaft
Tröstliche Kraft des Glaubens
Ein tröstliches Gebet
Gott als Tröster

Literature/Arts

Eine tröstliche Geschichte
Die tröstliche Wirkung der Musik
Tröstliche Melancholie
Ein tröstliches Ende

Personal Relationships

Deine Nähe ist tröstlich
Ein tröstliches Lächeln
Etwas Tröstliches sagen
Sich tröstlich fühlen

Daily Life Stress

Ein tröstlicher Tee
Tröstliche Routine
Etwas Tröstliches im Fernsehen schauen
Ein tröstlicher Ort

대화 시작하기

"Was findest du in schwierigen Zeiten besonders tröstlich?"

"Glaubst du, dass Musik eine tröstliche Wirkung auf die Seele hat?"

"Welches Buch oder welcher Film war für dich in letzter Zeit tröstlich?"

"Ist es tröstlich zu wissen, dass man nicht der Einzige mit Problemen ist?"

"Welche Worte sind für dich am tröstlichsten, wenn du traurig bist?"

일기 주제

Schreibe über eine Situation, in der dir jemand tröstliche Worte gesagt hat. Wie hast du dich gefühlt?

Welche Orte in deiner Stadt empfindest du als tröstlich und warum?

Gibt es ein bestimmtes Essen, das du als tröstlich bezeichnen würdest? Beschreibe den Geschmack und die Erinnerung.

Reflektiere über den Unterschied zwischen 'bequem' und 'tröstlich' in deinem eigenen Leben.

Schreibe einen fiktiven Brief mit tröstlichen Worten an dein jüngeres Ich.

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Generally, no. For a sofa, use 'bequem' (physically comfortable) or 'gemütlich' (cozy). You would only use 'tröstlich' if the sofa has a special emotional meaning, like if it belonged to a beloved grandmother and sitting on it makes you feel her presence.

'Beruhigend' means calming or reassuring and is used when you are nervous or anxious. 'Tröstlich' is used specifically when you are sad or grieving. For example, a stable stock market is 'beruhigend', but a friend's hug after a death is 'tröstlich'.

Yes, it is very common in German, especially in literature, news, and personal conversations about feelings. It is a B1 level word, meaning every intermediate learner should know it.

There is no direct one-word translation. You can say 'Nervennahrung' (food for the nerves) or describe it as 'Essen, das tröstlich ist'. Recently, many Germans just use the English term 'Comfort Food'.

Usually, we describe a person's words, gestures, or presence as 'tröstlich'. If you say 'Er ist ein tröstlicher Mensch', it means he is a person who naturally provides comfort to others.

The most direct opposite is 'trostlos', which means bleak or miserable. Other opposites could be 'niederschmetternd' (devastating) or 'beunruhigend' (disturbing).

Yes, it is perfectly appropriate for formal contexts, especially in letters of condolence or speeches. It sounds respectful and sincere.

Almost always. It implies that there was some form of distress, pain, or loss that needed to be comforted. Without a 'need' for comfort, the word isn't really used.

If it has an indefinite article, it is 'ein tröstliches...'. Example: 'Ich habe ein tröstliches Lied gehört.'

It is rare, but possible. Usually, we use 'auf tröstliche Weise' (in a comforting way) or the adjective predicatively with 'wirken'. 'Er sprach tröstlich zu mir' is understandable but less common than 'Seine Worte waren tröstlich'.

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