No. 455 in German

gesundheit

"Health" or "bless you" (used after someone sneezes).

In a sentence

Gesundheit ist wichtig für ein glückliches Leben.
Health is important for a happy life.
used as a noun meaning 'health'
Nach dem Niesen sagte sie „Gesundheit!“ zu mir.
After sneezing, she said 'bless you!' to me.
used as an interjection after a sneeze
Ich achte immer darauf, gesund zu bleiben und meine Gesundheit zu pflegen.
I always make sure to stay healthy and take care of my health.
used to refer to an individual's physical wellbeing

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