Warning: this page may cause excessive feelings of schadenfreude in sensitive individuals. Prolonged exposure may lead to cat-astrophic consequences.
What is Schadenfreude?
Schadenfreude (pronounced "SHROD-nig-ur" for non-native speakers) is the joy derived from someone else's misfortune. It's like a box of catnip for your emotional pleasure centers.
Causes of Schadenfreude
- Watching your nemesis trip on a banana peel
- Seeing a rival's poorly constructed bridge collapse
- Laughing at the mispronunciation of a friend's name
And many more!