German Phrase
Lass deinen Groll los.
Meaning
This phrase is a direct imperative used to advise someone to release long-held bitterness or a grudge. 'Groll' specifically refers to a deep-seated resentment that often stems from a past hurt or injustice.
When to use
Use this phrase in serious or emotional conversations when a friend or loved one is struggling to move past an old conflict. It is appropriate for personal advice, counseling contexts, or self-reflection.
✦Grammar Breakdown
LassdeinenGrolllos
Separable Verb (loslassen)
The verb here is 'loslassen'. In the imperative form, the prefix 'los' moves to the very end of the sentence.
Accusative Case
'Groll' is the direct object of the sentence. Since it is masculine, the possessive pronoun 'dein' takes the '-en' ending to become 'deinen'.
🗨In Conversation
Ich kann ihm einfach nicht verzeihen, was er letztes Jahr getan hat.
I just can't forgive him for what he did last year.
Lass deinen Groll los. Es schadet dir mehr als ihm.
Let go of your resentment. It hurts you more than it hurts him.
✕Common Mistakes
Lass dein Groll los.
Groll is a masculine noun and is the direct object here, so the possessive pronoun must be in the accusative form 'deinen'.
Verlass deinen Groll.
Verlassen means to physically leave a place or a person; 'loslassen' is the correct verb for letting go of emotions or abstract concepts.
↔Alternatives
Lass es gut sein.
Let it be / Let it go.
Sei nicht so nachtragend.
Don't be so resentful / Don't hold a grudge.
Haken dran.
Forget about it / Move on (idiomatic).
Cultural Tip
In German culture, being 'nachtragend' (holding a grudge) is often viewed as a character flaw that prevents personal growth. While Germans are known for directness in conflict, there is also a strong emphasis on 'Klärung' (clarification) to resolve issues so that one doesn't have to carry 'Groll'.