Katzenjammer

Definition

“Katzenjammer” is a German noun that refers to a hangover, or the unpleasant physical condition one experiences after heavy drinking. It can also be used to describe a state of general malaise, similar to feeling “under the weather”.

Synonyms

• Kater (hangover)
• Schädelbrummen (headache)
• Unwohlsein (discomfort)

Opposites

As “Katzenjammer” is a term that refers to feeling unwell, rather than a specific emotion, it does not have an opposite in the traditional sense. However, one could use a related term, “wohl”, to describe the opposite state, which would translate roughly to “comfort” or “well-being”.

Examples

• Nach der Party hat er einen schlimmen Katzenjammer (After the party, he had a terrible hangover)
• Mir ist heute so schlecht, ich habe einen starken Katzenjammer (I feel so bad today, I have a strong hangover)
• Ich glaube, ich habe mir gestern eine Erkältung eingefangen (I think I caught a cold yesterday)\ Visit YouGlish.com