Meaning 1neutral · 82%
A state or space in which nothing or almost nothing is present.
Natural examples
Nach dem Umzug wirkte die Wohnung voller Leere.
After the move, the apartment felt empty.
Sie spürte eine Leere, als das Projekt endete.
She felt empty when the project ended.
Die Leere des Flurs machte jedes Geräusch hörbar.
The emptiness of the hallway made every sound audible.
Usage note
Feminine, usually uncountable. It can also describe a feeling of inner emptiness.
Mini-lesson: Leere
A state or space in which nothing or almost nothing is present. Feminine, usually uncountable. It can also describe a feeling of inner emptiness.
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