Knurren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Knurren" is mainly used as verb meaning "to growl", "to snarl" or "to rumble". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Knurren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

Infinitive: knurren
Simple past: knurrte
Participle: geknurrt

See full conjugation of knurren

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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 Knurren
Plural: die [n/a]

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make a low, threatening sound"

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

Definition: "To emit a low, threatening sound, like a dog."
Translation(s): to growl, to snarl, to rumble
Synonym(s): brummen, murren
Antonym(s): lachen, lächeln
Related word(s): knurrig, Knurren

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Hund begann zu knurren, als der Fremde näher kam.The dog began to growl when the stranger came closer.
Wenn ich hungrig bin, kann mein Magen knurren.When I'm hungry, my stomach can rumble.
Er knurrte vor sich hin, als er die schlechte Nachricht hörte.He grumbled to himself when he heard the bad news.

2.) "A low, threatening sound"

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

Definition: "A low, threatening sound, usually from an animal."
Translation(s): growl, snarl, rumble
Synonym(s): Brummen, Murren
Antonym(s): Lachen, Lächeln
Related word(s): knurren, knurrig

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Knurren des Hundes war deutlich zu hören.The dog's growl was clearly audible.
Ein leises Knurren kam aus der Ecke des Raumes.A soft growl came from the corner of the room.
Das Knurren seines Magens war peinlich laut.The rumbling of his stomach was embarrassingly loud.

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