Abgrund Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Abgrund" is used as noun with the meaning of "abyss", "chasm" or "precipice".

Essential properties of "Abgrund"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Abgrund
  • Plural: die Abgründe

Meanings of "Abgrund" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A deep chasm, precipice, or dangerous situation"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er stand am Rand des Abgrunds und schaute hinunter.He stood at the edge of the abyss and looked down.
  2. Die Beziehung geriet in einen emotionalen Abgrund.The relationship fell into an emotional abyss.
  3. Der Wanderer fiel beinahe in den Abgrund.The hiker almost fell into the chasm.

2.) "A metaphorical state of despair or moral ruin"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Nach dem Verlust fiel er in einen Abgrund der Verzweiflung.After the loss, he fell into an abyss of despair.
  2. Die Firma stand kurz vor dem Abgrund.The company was on the verge of ruin.
  3. Sein Leben war ein Abgrund der Traurigkeit.His life was an abyss of sadness.
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