Seelenverwandter
/ˈzeːlənfɛɐ̯ˌvantɐ/masculine
The German word for soulmate is Seelenverwandter. Wiktionary also lists Seelenverwandte.
Meaning: Someone with whom one has a special connection (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Seelenverwandter | /ˈzeːlənfɛɐ̯ˌvantɐ/ | masculine |
| Seelenverwandte | feminine |
The term is used to describe someone with whom one shares a special connection. If you wish to describe the state or quality of being soulmates, you can use the noun Seelenverwandtschaft.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of Seele, meaning soul and Verwandter, meaning relative or kin. Literally, it translates to a soul-related person.
How does it change in a sentence?
Use the masculine form Seelenverwandter when referring to a male soulmate. Use the feminine form Seelenverwandte when referring specifically to a female soulmate.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈzeːlənfɛɐ̯ˌvantɐ/
Did you know?
- While 'soulmate' in English is almost always romantic, calling someone a Seelenverwandte can describe a profound, non-romantic connection between best friends or even artistic collaborators.
- The concept of Seelenverwandtschaft gained significant popularity in Germany during the Romantic era of the 18th and 19th centuries, appearing frequently in the poetry of Goethe.
- The word Seele is a cognate of the English 'soul', both descending from the Proto-Indo-European root for 'breath' or 'life force'.
Examples in context
- Er ist gewissermaßen ein Seelenverwandter von mir.Basically he is my soulmate.This sentence illustrates how to say someone is basically a Seelenverwandter of yours.Tatoeba #5100165 by jayrod84, translation #5201017 by jayrod84
- Ich habe endlich meinen Seelenverwandten kennengelernt.I have finally met my soulmate.
- Sie ist meine Seelenverwandte.She is my soulmate.
- Du bist mein Herzallerliebster/meine Herzallerliebste.You are my most beloved.
- Er ist mein einziger Seelenverwandter.He is my only soulmate.
Example conversation
Julia and Lukas are talking about their romantic lives in a cafe.
- LukasGlaubst du an einen Seelenverwandten?Do you believe in a soulmate?
- JuliaJa, ich suche nach einem.Yes, I am looking for one.
- LukasVielleicht ist dein Seelenverwandter schon ganz nah.Maybe your soulmate is already very close.
- JuliaDas hoffe ich wirklich, Lukas.I really hope so, Lukas.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “soulmate” translations and entries Seelenverwandter, Seelenverwandte, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Seelenverwandter, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
