Geborgenheit
security, shelteredness, feeling of warmth and safety
Advanced Noun Feminine
🔊
Pronunciation
/ɡəˈbɔʁɡn̩haɪ̯t/
💡
Cultural Note
Geborgenheit is another famously untranslatable German word. It describes the feeling of being completely safe, sheltered, and at home — emotionally and physically. It combines security, warmth, comfort, and belonging. In German relationship culture, providing Geborgenheit is considered one of the most important aspects of a loving partnership. It goes far beyond physical safety to include emotional sanctuary.
📝 Example Sentences
In seinen Armen fühle ich Geborgenheit.
In his arms, I feel a sense of warmth and safety.
Geborgenheit ist das Wichtigste in einer Beziehung.
A feeling of security is the most important thing in a relationship.