die Unterhaltung
the conversation, the entertainment
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/diː ˌʊntɐˈhaltʊŋ/
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Cultural Note
'Unterhaltung' has a fascinating dual meaning: both 'conversation' and 'entertainment.' This duality reflects the German value of stimulating conversation as a form of enjoyment. 'Sich gut unterhalten' can mean both 'to have a good conversation' and 'to have a good time.'
📝 Example Sentences
Wir hatten eine nette Unterhaltung.
We had a nice conversation.
Die Unterhaltung drehte sich um Liebe.
The conversation was about love.
Zur Unterhaltung schauen wir Filme.
For entertainment, we watch movies.