Beziehung
relationship
Pronunciation
/bəˈtsiːʊŋ/
Cultural Note
In German dating culture, being 'in einer Beziehung' (in a relationship) is a clear, defined status. Germans tend to be straightforward about relationship labels — if you are dating exclusively, it is a Beziehung. The phrase 'eine Beziehung führen' (to lead/have a relationship) treats it as something actively maintained, reflecting the German value of commitment and effort in partnerships.
📝 Example Sentences
Wir führen eine glückliche Beziehung.
We have a happy relationship.
Eine gute Beziehung braucht Vertrauen.
A good relationship needs trust.
Sie sind seit drei Jahren in einer Beziehung.
They have been in a relationship for three years.
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