geborgen
safe / secure / sheltered (emotionally)
Advanced Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ɡəˈbɔʁɡn̩/
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Cultural Note
Geborgenheit is considered an untranslatable German word — it describes a deep feeling of warmth, safety, and belonging that comes from being surrounded by loved ones. It is frequently cited as one of the most beautiful words in the German language.
📝 Example Sentences
In meiner Familie fühle ich mich geborgen.
In my family I feel safe and secure.
Das Kind fühlt sich in den Armen der Mutter geborgen.
The child feels secure in the mother's arms.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | geborgen |
| comparative | geborgener |
| predicative | geborgen |
| superlative | am geborgensten |