I read a study yesterday to decide worldwide, which German words were "das schoenste deutsche Wort (the most beautiful German word.)". In August 2004, 111 countries were asked, and I found the list of words to be enjoyable. Thought I'd share.
To begin with, Germany decided which words they found the "most beautiful." Among them, Liebe (love), Frieheit (freedom), Sonnenschein (sunshine) and Schmetterling (butterfly). I can't decided if they just found the meaning of these words to be beautiful or the actually sound of the word. Hmm, that's thought provoking.
America's number 1 "most beautiful German word" was Gemuetlichkeit. Funny enough, the word means someone's good social behavior or charming demeanor. Most countries consider Liebe to be the most beautiful word. Perhaps, the most well-known German word. I'm sure there's no connection there at all. =)
One German was asked for his most beautiful German word. The joker replied "Rhabarbamarmelade." That's a fruit marmalade jam. Apparently, his wife's name is Barbara. He says, it brings him great joy to say, "Barbara, bitte bring mir die Rhabarbermarmelade." Now, there's a tongue twister. ^__^
I guess I'll have to think about my choice for such a contest. I'm sure I'll get back to you.
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