Güte

goodness, kindness

noun GUE-te Rare

Also means

benevolence

Usage Note

Güte is a somewhat elevated synonym for Freundlichkeit with a moral undertone. It often refers to a disposition of the soul rather than a single act. Also used in fixed phrases like meine Güte! (my goodness!) as an exclamation.

Examples

"Die Güte ihres Herzens zeigte sich in jeder Kleinigkeit."

Natural Translation

The goodness of her heart showed itself in every small detail.

Literal Translation

The goodness of-her heart showed itself in every small-thing.

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