Funken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Funken" is used as verb with the meaning of "to radio", "to transmit" or "to send a message".

Essential properties of "funken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: funken
  • Simple past: funkte
  • Participle: gefunkt

See full conjugation of funken

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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 "funken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To transmit radio signals or messages"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Pilot musste ein Notsignal funken.The pilot had to radio an emergency signal.
  2. Wir funken jeden Abend um 20 Uhr.We radio every evening at 8 PM.
  3. Sie funken die neuesten Nachrichten an die Zentrale.They radio the latest news to headquarters.

2.) "To emit sparks or flashes of light"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Feuerwerk begann zu funken.The fireworks began to spark.
  2. Die Metallstücke funken beim Schleifen.The metal pieces spark when grinding.
  3. Der Kamin funkt in der Dunkelheit.The fireplace sparks in the darkness.

3.) "To intervene or interfere"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wollte nicht in das Gespräch funken.He didn't want to interfere in the conversation.
  2. Bitte funke nicht in meine Angelegenheiten.Please don't meddle in my affairs.
  3. Sie funkt immer in unsere Pläne.She always interferes with our plans.
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