German Word · Intermediate
Schwarzseher
pessimist
Pronunciation: [ˈʃvaʁt͡szeːɐ]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "pessimist".
Example
Sie sehen, da findet der ärgste Nörgler und Schwarzseher, wie unser kaiserlicher Herr immer sagt, nicht allzuviel mehr zu erinnern.
The Magic Mountain
Practice tips
- Practice Schwarzseher out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.