verb

hutschen

slide · swing · rock

Definition & meaning

hutschen is a regional or colloquial German verb meaning to rock, sway, or bounce gently back and forth. It often describes someone moving on a swing or rocking seat. In some regional contexts, it can also suggest shifting or fidgeting while seated.

Grammar & word origin

hutschen is a regular, weak verb: hutschte (simple past), hat gehutscht (present perfect). It is not a compound verb, and its origin is regional or expressive. It is associated with Hutsche , a regional term for a swing.

Synonyms & antonyms

schaukeln — “to swing” or “to rock”; the closest general synonym, and less specifically regional.
wippen — “to bob” or “to bounce”; usually describes shorter, springier movements.
wiegen — “to rock” or “to sway”; often suggests a gentle, soothing movement.

There is no exact antonym. still sitzen (“to sit still”) contrasts with hutschen when it means moving or fidgeting while seated.