No. 4,003 in German
vorfreude
The joyful anticipation of something positive or pleasurable.
In a sentence
Die Vorfreude auf den Urlaub ist groß.
The anticipation for the vacation is great.
Here, 'Vorfreude' is used to express the positive anticipation or excitement experienced before an event takes place, in this case, a vacation.
Vorfreude macht das Warten angenehmer.
Anticipation makes waiting more pleasant.
This usage highlights 'Vorfreude' as an emotional state that positively impacts one's perception of a waiting period.
Maria spürte Vorfreude, als sie von der Überraschungsparty erfuhr.
Maria felt anticipation when she heard about the surprise party.
In this context, 'Vorfreude' describes Maria's emotional reaction to the knowledge of an upcoming joyful event, characterized by excitement and happy expectancy.
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