einsam
lonely, lonesome, solitary
Beginner Adjective
🔊
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪ̯n.zaːm/
💡
Cultural Note
Einsamkeit (loneliness) is increasingly discussed as a social issue in Germany, especially in cities. In romantic culture, 'Ich bin einsam ohne dich' (I'm lonely without you) is a heartfelt confession that carries no stigma.
📝 Example Sentences
Ohne dich fühle ich mich so einsam.
Without you I feel so lonely.
Sie verbrachte einen einsamen Abend zu Hause.
She spent a lonely evening at home.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | einsam |
| comparative | einsamer |
| predicative | einsam |
| superlative | am einsamsten |