die Laune

Plural: die Launen
Based on: *leuk-
Goethe B1 Noun #1760 Noun
1.

the mood

(Mostly used for good and bad mood and in compounds. For more specific moods, you'd use "die Stimmung")
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  • Ich habe heute gute Laune.
  • I'm in a good mood today.
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Vocab: nörgeln, quengeln, muffig, schimpfen, weinen, heulen, trösten

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The Meaning of “die Laune” (Mood in German)

A quick, fun look at the meaning of "die Laune" and how to say you're in a good mood in German. Also: the difference to "die Stimmung" and a surprise connection

Vocab: die Laune, gute Laune, die Partylaune, launisch, gelaunt, die Stimmung, die Stimmungsschwankung

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How many meanings does the German word 'Laune' have?

Laune has 1 distinct meaning: 1. the mood .

What is the gender of 'Laune'?

die

What is the plural of 'Laune'?

die Launen

What is 'Laune' related to?

The word 'Laune' is related to *leuk-.

Where can I learn more about 'Laune'?

Here are some articles where you can learn more about 'Laune':

Bad Mood in German – Let’s collect Vocabulary
We'll look at the most important words you need when you are in a bad mood - either angry or sad. With lots of examples.
Vocab: nörgeln, quengeln, muffig, schimpfen, weinen, heulen, trösten
Read article

The Meaning of “die Laune” (Mood in German)
A quick, fun look at the meaning of "die Laune" and how to say you're in a good mood in German. Also: the difference to "die Stimmung" and a surprise connection
Vocab: die Laune, gute Laune, die Partylaune, launisch, gelaunt, die Stimmung, die Stimmungsschwankung
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