leidenschaftlich
passionately, with passion
Intermediate Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ˈlaɪ̯.dn̩.ʃaft.lɪç/
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Cultural Note
Leidenschaft (passion) literally contains 'Leiden' (suffering), reflecting the German philosophical view that passion and suffering are intertwined. 'Leidenschaftlich lieben' (to love passionately) implies an all-consuming, intense love.
📝 Example Sentences
Sie küssten sich leidenschaftlich.
They kissed each other passionately.
Er liebte sie leidenschaftlich.
He loved her passionately.