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Malheur — meaning in English

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English meaning

accident noun An unplanned event, often unfortunate, that happens without anyone intending it.
mishap noun A minor accident or piece of bad luck, usually not serious.

Senses

Malheur is used for these senses in English:

accident (euphemistic) An instance of incontinence.
mishap An accident, mistake, or problem.

accident — full definition

noun An unplanned event, often unfortunate, that happens without anyone intending it.
noun A crash involving a vehicle or other form of transport.

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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

Unfall Unglück Zufall Missgeschick kleine Ungeschicktheit kleines Unglück