This is the 1643rd most frequent German word.
abschied
"Abschied" means "farewell" or "departure."
In this sentence, 'Abschied' is a noun referring to the act of saying goodbye or farewell, emphasizing the emotional nature of the parting.
Der Abschied von meinem Freund fiel mir schwer.
The farewell from my friend was difficult for me.
Here, 'Abschied' is again a noun, indicating a formal or significant parting occasion, and is used in a more positive and celebratory context.
Wir feierten einen fröhlichen Abschied von der Arbeit.
We celebrated a joyous farewell from work.
In this usage, 'Abschied' represents the moment of departure from an affiliation or association, implying the significance of leaving a role or position.