fließen
flow
Meaning of fließen
sich gleichmäßig und ununterbrochen bewegen
to move smoothly and continuously
Pronunciation
fließen with English translation
fließen usage examples
Das Wasser fließt sehr schnell.
The water flows very fast.
Der Rhein fließt durch Köln.
The Rhine flows through Cologne.
fließen synonyms
What's the difference between fließen, strömen, gleiten, laufen, sickern, and rinnen
Describes a strong, continuous movement, often of water, air, light, or a large stream of people.
Emphasizes smooth, soft movement without effort; often used for objects, people, or things that slide along easily.
A very general word; it can mean “to flow” for liquids, but also “to run,” “to go,” or “to work” for machines.
Means seeping slowly in small amounts, often through soil, fabric, or cracks.
Advanced: broader words
More literary or elevated; refers to a smooth, thin flow, usually of water, tears, or time.
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Questions about this word
What does fließen mean?
to move smoothly and continuously
How do you pronounce fließen?
fließen is pronounced [ˈfliːsən].
How is fließen used in a sentence?
The water flows very fast. Translation: Das Wasser fließt sehr schnell.
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