Schönheit
/ˈʃøːn.haɪ̯t/feminine
The English word 'beauty' is translated into German as Schönheit.
Schönheit refers to the quality of a pleasing appearance.
Meaning: quality of pleasing appearance (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Schönheit is a feminine noun. In the nominative or accusative case, the definite article is die Schönheit. In the genitive case, the form is der Schönheit.
How do you pronounce it?
Schönheit is pronounced /ˈʃøːn.haɪ̯t/. It has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The word schön can be used ironically in German to express the opposite of beauty, such as saying Das ist ja schön! when something goes wrong.
- The word schön is used in the phrase Schön wär's, which functions as a shorthand for 'I wish that were true' or 'if only'.
- German has a specific word Schöngeister for people who possess a refined or 'beautiful' spirit, which goes beyond the physical meaning of Schönheit.
Examples in context
- Du bist eine Schönheit.You're a beauty.This sentence shows how to use Schönheit to refer to a person.Tatoeba #2420297 by al_ex_an_der, translation #2218009 by CK
- Sie ist keine Schönheit.She is no beauty.This sentence shows a negative application of Schönheit.Tatoeba #5079756 by Juri, translation #68262 by CM
- Sie nutzt ihr Schönheit.She makes use of her beauty.This sentence shows how Schönheit can be something a person utilizes.Tatoeba #13164884 by Biderl, translation #13172845 by rul
- Diese Kunstwerke verkörpern wahre SchönheitThese artworks embody true beauty.
- Die Tänzerin tanzte mit AnmutThe dancer danced with grace.
- Der Palast war von beeindruckender PrachtThe palace was of impressive beauty.
- Das ist wirklich eine große Schönheit!That is truly a great beauty!
- Sie ist wirklich hübschShe is really pretty.
- Der Sonnenuntergang war einfach nur prächtigThe sunset was simply magnificent.
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Example conversation
Laura and Maximilian are visiting an art museum.
- LauraSchau dir die Schönheit dieses Gemäldes an!Look at the beauty of this painting!
- MaximilianJa, die Farben sind wirklich wunderbar.Yes, the colors are truly wonderful.
- LauraDie natürliche Schönheit fasziniert mich sehr.The natural beauty fascinates me a lot.
- MaximilianIch stimme dir vollkommen zu, Laura.I completely agree with you, Laura.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “beauty” translations and entries Schönheit, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
