Noun
die Reue
Pronunciation: /ˈʁɔɪ̯ə/
repentance; remorse, regret
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Meanings
Noun
- repentance; remorse, regret
Example sentence
Nach dem Streit empfand er echte Reue.
After the argument he felt genuine remorse.
Word forms
singular
die Reue
No common plural.
The four cases
Singular
Nominativedie Reue
Accusativedie Reue
Dativeder Reue
Genitiveder Reue
Reue has no common plural.
Usage
- Reue empfinden — Feel remorse or regret over one's own conduct.
- Reue / Bedauern — Remorse often includes a sense of responsibility; regret can be broader.
Nach seiner Lüge empfand er tiefe Reue.
After telling the lie, he felt deep remorse.