Knistern Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Knistern" is mainly used as verb meaning "crackle", "rustle" or "crisp". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Knistern"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

Infinitive: knistern
Simple past: knisterte
Participle: geknistert

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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 Knistern
Plural: die Knistern

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make a dry, crackling sound"

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

Definition: "To emit a dry, crackling sound, like paper or fire."
Translation(s): crackle, rustle, crisp
Synonym(s): rascheln, knacken
Related word(s): knacken, rascheln

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Feuer im Kamin begann zu knistern.The fire in the fireplace began to crackle.
Die Blätter knistern unter meinen Füßen.The leaves rustle under my feet.
Das Papier knistert, wenn man es zerknüllt.The paper crackles when you crumple it.

2.) "Dry, crackling sound (noun)"

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

Definition: "A dry, crackling sound, like that of a fire or paper."
Translation(s): crackle, rustle, crackling, rustling
Related word(s): Geräusch, Klang

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Knistern des Feuers war beruhigend.The crackling of the fire was soothing.
Ein leises Knistern war im Raum zu hören.A soft rustle was heard in the room.
Das Knistern der Blätter im Wind war deutlich.The rustling of the leaves in the wind was clear.

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