Meaning 1neutral · 82%
The pleasant feeling when worry, tension, or a burden decreases.
Natural examples
Zu meiner Erleichterung lag der Schlüssel noch im Büro.
To my relief, the key was still at the office.
Nach dem Ergebnis war die Erleichterung im Prüfungsraum deutlich zu spüren.
After the results, the relief in the exam room was clear.
Die schnelle Reparatur brachte allen Erleichterung.
The quick repair brought everyone relief.
Usage note
Erleichterung is feminine. Common phrases include to someone’s relief and sigh with relief.
Mini-lesson: Erleichterung
The pleasant feeling when worry, tension, or a burden decreases. Erleichterung is feminine. Common phrases include to someone’s relief and sigh with relief.
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