Knallen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Knallen" is used as verb with the meaning of "bang", "pop" or "slam".

Essential properties of "knallen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: knallen
  • Simple past: knallte
  • Participle: geknallt

See full conjugation of knallen

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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 "knallen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Make a loud, sudden noise (e.g., bang, pop)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Tür knallte hinter ihm zu.The door slammed shut behind him.
  2. Der Ballon knallte laut.The balloon popped loudly.
  3. Die Sektkorken knallen zur Feier des Tages.The champagne corks pop to celebrate the day.

2.) "To shoot a gun"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er knallte mit der Pistole in die Luft.He shot his pistol into the air.
  2. Die Soldaten knallten auf das Ziel.The soldiers shot at the target.
  3. Er knallte den Revolver ab.He fired the revolver.

3.) "To crash or bang into something loudly"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Auto knallte gegen die Wand.The car crashed into the wall.
  2. Der Ball knallte gegen das Fenster.The ball hit the window with a bang.
  3. Er knallte mit dem Kopf gegen die Tür.He slammed his head against the door.
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