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godsend in German

godsend in German is Geschenk des Himmels, Glücksfall — godsend means something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed.

godsend in German

Geschenk des Himmels
noun
An instance of unexpected benefit or good fortune; a windfall.
Glücksfall
noun
An instance of unexpected benefit or good fortune; a windfall.

What does "godsend" mean?

  1. noun Something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed.
    "The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling shelter."
  2. noun A person who arrives at just the right moment and turns out to be a huge help.
    "The new volunteer has been an absolute godsend during the busiest season."

godsend in a sentence

  • The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling shelter.
  • Having a neighbour who's a nurse was a godsend when the baby got sick at midnight.
  • The new volunteer has been an absolute godsend during the busiest season.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "godsend" in German?

"godsend" in German is Geschenk des Himmels, Glücksfall. godsend means: Something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed.

How do you use "godsend" in a sentence?

Example: "The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling shelter." In German, "godsend" is Geschenk des Himmels, Glücksfall.

Are there other ways to say "godsend" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "godsend": Geschenk des Himmels, Glücksfall.

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