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Nachwehen — meaning in English

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English meaning

aftermath noun The period or situation that results from a significant, usually damaging, event.

Senses

Nachwehen is used for these senses in English:

aftermath That which happens after, that which follows, usually of strongly negative connotation in most contexts, implying a preceding catastrophe.
afterpain (pathology, often in the plural) Pain of uterine contractions experienced after childbirth (especially after passage of the placenta).

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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

Grummet Nachmahd Zweiter Schnitt Nachspiel Nachwirkung Folge Folgezeit Nachwehe