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Abwesenheit — meaning in English

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English meaning

absence noun The state of not being in a place where one is expected.

Senses

Abwesenheit is used for these senses in English:

absence A state of being away or withdrawn from a place or from companionship
absence Lack; deficiency; non-existence. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]

absence — full definition

noun The state of not being in a place where one is expected.
noun A lack or non-existence of something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Absenz Fehlen Absence