Quellen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Quellen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to well up", "to gush" or "to spring".

Essential properties of "quellen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: quellen
  • Simple past: quoll
  • Participle: gequollen

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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 "quellen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To well up or gush (liquid)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Wasser beginnt aus dem Boden zu quellen.The water begins to well up from the ground.
  2. Aus dem Felsen quellen mehrere kleine Bäche.Several small streams gush from the rock.
  3. Das Blut quillt aus der Wunde.Blood gushes from the wound.

2.) "To swell or expand due to liquid absorption"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Teig beginnt im Ofen zu quellen.The dough begins to rise in the oven.
  2. Die Bohnen müssen einige Stunden im Wasser quellen.The beans must soak in water for a few hours.
  3. Der Schwamm quillt auf, wenn er nass wird.The sponge swells up when it gets wet.

3.) "To originate or derive from a source"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Informationen quellen aus zuverlässigen Quellen.The information stems from reliable sources.
  2. Viele Missverständnisse quellen aus mangelnder Kommunikation.Many misunderstandings stem from a lack of communication.
  3. Sein Wissen quillt aus jahrelanger Erfahrung.His knowledge stems from years of experience.
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