verb
umfallen
fall over
The German word "umfallen" is a verb that means "to fall over" or "to topple." It is composed of the prefix "um," meaning "around" or "over," and "fallen," which means "to fall." The word typically describes an action where someone or something falls over, either accidentally or due to instability.
Similar words in German include "hinfallen" (to fall down) and "stürzen" (to crash or tumble).
Differences:
- Hinfallen refers specifically to falling down (often while standing), while umfallen implies a rotation or tipping motion, resulting in falling over.
- Stürzen often implies a more forceful or dramatic fall, whereas umfallen may suggest a less severe tipping over.
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Examples
Die Bücher können leicht umfallen.verb
The books can easily fall over.
Kinder müssen aufpassen, damit nichts umfallen kann.verb
Children must be careful so that nothing can fall over.
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