Flattern Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Flattern" is used as verb with the meaning of "flutter", "flap" or "wave".

Essential properties of "flattern"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: flattern
  • Simple past: flatterte
  • Participle: geflattert

See full conjugation of flattern

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "flattern" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To flutter or flap quickly in the air"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Vögel flattern im Wind.The birds flutter in the wind.
  2. Das Blatt flattert vom Baum.The leaf flutters from the tree.
  3. Der Schmetterling flattert über die Blumen.The butterfly flutters over the flowers.

2.) "To move unstably or tremblingly"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Fahne flattert im Wind.The flag flutters in the wind.
  2. Sein Herz flattert vor Aufregung.His heart flutters with excitement.
  3. Der Vorhang flattert im Luftzug.The curtain flutters in the draft.
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