Meaning of Schwellenangst | Babel Free
Definitions
A fear of, or aversion to, crossing a threshold or entering a place to begin a new chapter.
Examples
“The inquiry also proves that a considerable number⟳ of people suffer⟳ from what is called "Schwellenangst", i. e., marked disinclination to visit⟳ a book shop⟳ unless they are quite sure of what title they want⟳ to buy⟳.”
“She describes in her autobiography how she was overcome⟳ by an attack of ‘Schwellenangst’ when she wanted to cover⟳ her first trial, making it impossible for her to enter⟳ the courtroom.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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