silence

This is the 11239th most frequent German word.


silence

The German word for "silence" is "Stille," meaning the absence of sound or noise; quietness.


Here, 'silence' ('Stille') refers to the peaceful ambiance and lack of noise in a natural setting.

Die Stille des Waldes war beruhigend.

The silence of the forest was calming.


In this context, 'silence' means a lack of noise imposed to create a conducive environment for work or thought.

Er forderte Stille, um sich zu konzentrieren.

He requested silence in order to concentrate.


Here, 'silence' ('Stille') conveys a quietness filled with emotional intensity or discomfort due to preceding events.

Nach dem Streit herrschte eine spannungsgeladene Stille im Raum.

After the argument, a tense silence prevailed in the room.