sehnen

This is the 15027th most frequent German word.


sehnen

To yearn or long for.


The verb 'sehnen' is used reflexively here as 'mich sehne', expressing a deep longing for something.

Ich sehne mich nach meinem Zuhause.

I yearn for my home.


Here, 'sehnen' is part of the reflexive construction 'uns sehnen', showing a collective yearning towards a restful break.

Wir sehnen uns nach einem erholsamen Urlaub.

We long for a relaxing vacation.


In this sentence, 'sehnen' is reflexive as 'sich sehnt' and is followed by 'danach', emphasizing a desire or anticipation toward a specific event or action.

Er sehnt sich danach, seine Familie wiederzusehen.

He longs to see his family again.