Ich bin gesegnet
The English phrase "I am blessed" is translated into German as Ich bin gesegnet.
This phrase is used to express that one is fortunate or has received divine favor.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Bavaria and Austria, I bin g'segnet is a common regional variation.
Did you know?
- In German, using gesegnet often carries a much heavier religious weight than the English 'blessed' might in casual conversation. To a German speaker, it can sound quite profound or even intensely spiritual.
- In Germany, the concept of being 'blessed' is closely linked to the word Glück, which means both 'luck' and 'happiness'.
- The word ich descends from the Proto-Indo-European root *eǵh₂óm, making it a distant relative of the Latin word 'ego'.
Examples in context
- Ich bin gesegnet mit wunderbaren Kollegen und einer erfüllenden Karriere.I am blessed with wonderful colleagues and a fulfilling career.
- Ich habe so viel Glück, tolle Freunde wie euch zu haben!I am so lucky to have amazing friends like you all!
- Ich bin gesegnet mit dieser Familie.I am blessed with this family.
- Ich bin gesegnet, dass du hier bist.I am blessed that you are here.
Example conversation
Sarah and Maximilian are talking about their lives during a walk.
- SarahIch habe so viel Unterstützung im Moment.I have so much support at the moment.
- MaximilianDas ist wirklich schön zu hören, Sarah.That is really nice to hear, Sarah.
- SarahJa, ich bin gesegnet.Yes, I am blessed.
- MaximilianDas bist du in der Tat.You indeed are.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Ich, bin, ich, CC BY-SA 4.0.
