Meaning of the word schadenfreude in English
What does schadenfreude mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
schadenfreude
US /ˈʃɑː.dənˌfrɔɪ.də/
UK /ˈʃɑː.dənˌfrɔɪ.də/
Noun
pleasure derived from another person's misfortune
Example:
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He felt a pang of schadenfreude when his rival's project failed.
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The audience's laughter was tinged with schadenfreude as the villain finally got his comeuppance.