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How do you spell Schadenfreude?

Correct spelling

schadenfreude

From German Schaden (harm) + Freude (joy). Pronounced SHA-den-froy-duh.

Why is schadenfreude spelled this way?

From German Schaden, harm and Freude, joy. Pleasure derived from others misfortune — English borrowed it because English had no word for the concept.

Common misspellings of schadenfreude

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Example

She felt a twinge of schadenfreude when her rival missed the flight.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell schadenfreude?+
The correct spelling is "schadenfreude". From German Schaden (harm) + Freude (joy). Pronounced SHA-den-froy-duh.
Is it shadenfreude or schadenfreude?+
The correct spelling is "schadenfreude", not "shadenfreude". This word gets varies monthly searches.

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