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The German word "Schadenfreude" refers to taking pleasure in other peoples misfortune. This might be experienced, for example, when an enemy fails in a task, an ex-partners new relationship fails or a beautiful woman experiencing a wardrobe malfunction.

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What are some situations of schadenfreude?

When someone trips and falls and you laugh.


When do you feel schadenfreude?

You would feel schadenfreude when your enemy failes


German word for pleasure to see others suffering?

The German language is famous for having a special word for that: "Schadenfreude", which also exists in English as a loanword, or so I have heard.


When was Schadenfreude - EP - created?

Schadenfreude - EP - was created in 1989-04.


Sentence using the word Schadenfreude?

"I was driven by schadenfreude to do it" "I reveled in the sense of schadenfreude when I saw the armed robber run over by a dump truck as he tried to run back to his car."


How do you use schadenfreude in a sentence?

This question actually answers itself because "How do you use schadenfreude in a sentence?" is a sentence. Here are other examples of using schadenfreude in a sentence: The evil prankster was driven by by his schadenfreude. Schadenfreude can be felt by both the rich and poor. It's not hard to imagine our president participating in schadenfreude during a better part of his day, especially when one considers there's so very many of us who are the victims, not to mention our children?


Do you feel like you have no dignity in certain situations?

Yes, some people may feel like they lack dignity in certain situations, which can be distressing and impact their self-esteem.


How do you spell the German word for enjoying another's discomfort?

Schadenfreude. Discussion and pronunciation help is available on Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schadenfreude


What actors and actresses appeared in Schadenfreude - 2006?

The cast of Schadenfreude - 2006 includes: Hillary Carter as Kelly Morningstar Amber Hillary as Skater


What is the German phrase for shamful joy?

Schadenfreude


What does schadenfreude mean?

Schadenfreude means to take pleasure at someone else's misfortune. It's a borrowed word from German.


Person who finds pleasure in others misfortune?

Schadenfreude.