Meaning of the German Word "Untergang"

Untergang

downfall

A loss of power, wealth, or status; the thing that causes this loss.

Example Sentence

Seine Gier war die Ursache für seinen Untergang.

Other Meanings of This Word

Death or a very bad situation that cannot be avoided.

C1Noun

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Definition: A loss of power, wealth, or status; the thing that causes this loss.

Word Information

What is the CEFR level of the word "Untergang"?

B2

What grammatical category does "Untergang" have?

Noun

Which vocabulary topic does "Untergang" belong to?

Abstract