Trost
/tʁoːst/masculine
The English word 'comfort' (as a cause of relief or satisfaction) can be translated into German as Trost. Wiktionary also lists Tröstung.
Meaning: cause of relief or satisfaction (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Trost | /tʁoːst/ | masculine |
| Tröstung | feminine |
When you want to express the act of offering or providing comfort, the common German idiom is Trost spenden. Related verbs include trösten and ermutigen.
Which one should you use?
Trost is a masculine noun. Tröstung is a feminine noun.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine noun Trost takes the genitive ending -es in the singular, such as in the phrase eines großen Trostes (of a great comfort).
How do you pronounce it?
/tʁoːst/
Did you know?
- The noun Trost shares a common ancestor with the English word 'trust'. Both words stem from the same Germanic root meaning 'strength' or 'confidence'.
- While Trost refers to emotional consolation, it is quite different from the German word for physical comfort or coziness, which is Gemütlichkeit.
- The term Trostpreis refers to a 'consolation prize' given to those who did not win. It literally translates to a 'comfort price'.
Examples in context
- Das war mein einziger Trost.That was my only comfort.This sentence shows how to describe something as one's only source of comfort using Trost.Tatoeba #1631209 by al_ex_an_der, translation #3752971 by cromwellt
- Seine bloße Anwesenheit ist mir ein großer Trost.His mere presence is a great comfort to me.This sentence illustrates how a person's presence can be a great comfort using Trost.Tatoeba #12231598 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #11895221 by sundown
- Wir telefonieren regelmäßig, was mir einigen Trost bringt.We talk on the phone on a regular basis, which also brings me some comfort.This sentence demonstrates how regular contact can bring someone comfort using Trost.Tatoeba #9142986 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #8746029 by Hybrid
- Als Ausdruck des Trostes möchte ich Ihnen mein aufrichtiges Beileid aussprechen.As an expression of comfort, I would like to offer you my sincere condolences.
- Bei mir zu Hause ist es immer so gemütlich.It's always so cozy at my place.
- Ich habe mich bei dem Konzert wirklich wohlgefühlt.I felt really comfortable at the concert.
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Julia are talking about a difficult loss.
- MaximilianIch suche nach einem kleinen Trost für mein Herz.I am looking for a little comfort for my heart.
- JuliaKann ich dir vielleicht ein wenig Trost spenden?Can I perhaps offer you a little comfort?
- MaximilianDeine Worte sind ein echter Trost für mich.Your words are real comfort to me.
- JuliaIch bin immer für dich da, Maximilian.I am always here for you, Maximilian.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “comfort” translations and entries Trost, Tröstung, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Trost, Tröstung, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
