downfall

ˈdaʊnˌfɔl
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Translation of downfall into German

Noun

1.

failure

sudden loss of power or success
  • The scandal led to his downfall.Der Skandal führte zu seinem Sturz.
2.

ruin

cause of failure or loss
  • His arrogance was his downfall.Seine Arroganz war sein Verhängnis.
3.

weather

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heavy fall of rain or snow
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  • The downfall flooded the streets.Der Wolkenbruch überflutete die Straßen.
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Expressions with downfall: examples in English and translations in German

jemandes Untergang sein
zum Verhängnis werden
His pride will be his downfall.
jemandes Sturz planen
den Sturz von jemandem planen
They plotted her downfall to take over the company.
ruinieren
His lies caused her downfall.
jemandem den Untergang bereiten
jemanden zu Fall bringen
They secretly seek the king's downfall.

Images of downfall

  • downfall: heavy fall of rain or snow
    (weather) Wolkenbruch

Synonyms and analogies of downfall in English

Examples of downfall in a sentence

  • The company's downfall was unexpected.
  • The company's downfall was due to poor management.
  • Her obsession with perfection became her downfall.
  • The sudden downfall disrupted the outdoor event.
  • A heavy downfall blanketed the town in snow.

Translations of "downfall" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derUntergangnm.

Her stubborn refusal to listen could be her professional downfall soon.

Ihre sture Weigerung zuzuhören könnte bald ihr beruflicher Untergang sein.

derNiedergangnm.

His downfall started with a minor error that spiraled out of control.

Sein Niedergang begann mit einem kleinen Fehler, der außer Kontrolle geriet.

derSturznm.

The dictator feared his generals were plotting his downfall in secret meetings.

Der Diktator fürchtete, seine Generäle planten in geheimen Treffen seinen Sturz.

derFallnm.

The snitch's actions led to the downfall of the criminal organization.

Die Aktionen des Spitzels führten zum Fall der kriminellen Organisation.

derZusammenbruchnm.

Gorky in his newspaper is prophesying the approaching downfall of culture.

Gorki prophezeite in seiner Zeitung den herannahenden Zusammenbruch der Kultur.

dasVerhängnisnn.

She does not realise that her ancestry could be her downfall...

Sie ahnt nicht, dass ihr ihre Herkunft zum Verhängnis werden kann...

derAbsturznm.

It symbolizes sudden change, release, downfall and revelation.

Er symbolisiert eine plötzliche Veränderung, Loslösung, Absturz und Offenbarung.

derVerfallnm.

This kind of music is a curse, causing the downfall of a dynasty.

Diese Art von Musik ist ein Fluch, sie verursacht den Verfall einer Dynastie.

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Other translations for downfall:

  • Nachteilnm.
  • Endenn.
  • Verderbennn.
  • Übertretungnf.
  • Scheiternnn.
  • Wolkenbruchnm.
  • Platzregennm.

downfall: Examples and translations in context

The politician's tin ear for public sentiment led to his downfall.

Das Holzohr des Politikers für die öffentliche Meinung führte zu seinem Untergang.

The dream factory loves tragic heroes, especially when their downfall sells more tickets.

Die Traumfabrik liebt tragische Helden, besonders wenn ihr Untergang mehr Karten verkauft.

The condoned disregard for rules ultimately led to the organization's downfall.

Das geduldete Ignorieren von Regeln führte letztlich zum Untergang der Organisation.

A presumptuous belief that he knew everything led to his downfall.

Seine anmaßende Überzeugung, alles zu wissen, führte zu seinem Untergang.

The preacher warned against sinful temptations that can lead to downfall.

Der Prediger warnte vor sündigen Versuchungen, die zum Untergang führen können.

Falling in love with the rival boss might be her downfall.

Sich in den rivalisierenden Chef zu verlieben könnte ihr Untergang sein.

Dishonor followed the politician's corrupt actions, leading to his downfall.

Die Unehre folgte den korrupten Aktionen des Politikers und führte zu seinem Untergang.

His treacherous actions led to the downfall of his once loyal friend.

Seine heimtückischen Taten führten zum Untergang seines einst treuen Freundes.

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