verbverb
simsen
text
The German word "simsen" is a verb that means "to send a text message" (SMS). It is derived from the English abbreviation SMS (Short Message Service). Unlike standard German words made of roots, "simsen" is a loanword adapted into German, mimicking the action of sending an SMS.
Similar words:
- texten – to text (similar but broader, can include different messaging apps)
- nachrichten schreiben – to write messages
- sms schicken/sendenn – to send an SMS (more formal)
Differences:
- Simsen specifically refers to sending an SMS message on a phone.
- Texten covers texting broadly, including via apps like WhatsApp, not only SMS.
- Nachrichten schreiben is more general and formal.
"Simsen" is informal and primarily used in everyday spoken German.
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Examples
Wir simsen jeden Tag.verb
We text every day.
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