The German roots of the word 'schadenfreude'

'Schadenfreude' is a word borrowed from German 'schadenfreude'. The word entered the English language some time around 1895.

schadenfreude [noun] [1895]

Enjoyment obtained from the troubles of others

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Etymology: German, from 'Schaden' damage + 'Freude' joy

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