noun
das Schlagen, -
hit · bang · banging
The German word „schlagen“ is a verb that means „to hit,“ „to strike,“ or „to beat.“
- It comes from the root Schlag, which means „strike“ or „blow.“
Similar words:
- hauen (to hit, to strike)
- prügeln (to beat, usually physically)
- treffen (to hit, to meet/strike)
Differences:
- schlagen is more general and used for hitting or striking actions.
- hauen is often more forceful or rough.
- prügeln implies repeated or violent beating.
- treffen means to hit a target but also means "to meet" depending on context.
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Examples
Sie schlägt den Ball sehr schnell.noun
She hits the ball very fast.
Das laute Schlagen an der Tür machte mich nervös.noun
The loud banging on the door made me nervous.
Warum hört das Schlagen im Keller nicht auf?noun
Why does the banging in the basement not stop?
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