Klirren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Klirren" is mainly used as verb meaning "to clink", "to jingle" or "to rattle". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Klirren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: klirren
  • Simple past: klirrte
  • Participle: geklirrt

See full conjugation of klirren

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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.

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: neutral
  • Singular: das Klirren
  • Plural: die [n/a]

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make a sharp, metallic sound"

"Klirren", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Gläser klirren im Schrank, wenn der Zug vorbeifährt.The glasses clink in the cupboard when the train passes by.
  2. Als der Teller fiel, klirrte er laut auf dem Boden.When the plate fell, it clattered loudly on the floor.
  3. Im Winter klirren die Eiszapfen im Wind.In winter, the icicles jingle in the wind.

2.) "Sharp, metallic sound"

"Klirren", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Klirren der Gläser war im ganzen Raum zu hören.The clinking of the glasses could be heard throughout the room.
  2. Ein plötzliches Klirren ließ alle aufschrecken.A sudden clatter made everyone jump.
  3. Das Klirren der Ketten hallte durch die Nacht.The rattling of the chains echoed through the night.
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