die Ruhe
the quiet, the peace, the calm
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/diː ˈʁuːə/
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Cultural Note
Ruhe is deeply embedded in German culture. There are legally enforced quiet hours (Ruhezeiten) in residential areas — typically 10 PM to 6 AM and 1-3 PM on weekdays, and all day Sunday. Violating these can lead to formal complaints from neighbors.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich brauche jetzt meine Ruhe.
I need my peace and quiet now.
Die Ruhe am Morgen ist mir wichtig.
The quiet in the morning is important to me.
Lass ihn in Ruhe.
Leave him alone/in peace.