Schuld

blame

In German, the word 'Schuld' is used to express blame or responsibility for something. It can be used in a similar way to the English word 'blame', for example: 'Er gibt ihr die Schuld für das Problem' (He blames her for the problem). 'Schuld' can also be used to describe debt or guilt, as in 'Er hat Schulden bei der Bank' (He owes money to the bank).

Example sentences using: Schuld

Es ist nicht meine Schuld.

It is not my fault.

This sentence is used when a person denies responsibility or culpability for an unfortunate event or outcome.

Die Schuld liegt bei ihm.

The fault lies with him.

This expression is used to attribute blame or responsibility to someone for something that has happened.

Ich nehme die volle Schuld auf mich.

I take full responsibility.

This phrase is used by an individual who accepts all the blame or responsibility for an action or event.