Quietschen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Quietschen" is used as verb with the meaning of "squeak", "creak" or "squeal".

Essential properties of "quietschen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: quietschen
  • Simple past: quietschte
  • Participle: gequietscht

See full conjugation of quietschen

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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 "quietschen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make a high-pitched squeaking sound"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Tür begann zu quietschen, als sie geöffnet wurde.The door began to squeak when it was opened.
  2. Die Reifen quietschen, wenn der Wagen abrupt stoppt.The tires squeak when the car stops abruptly.
  3. Der alte Schaukelstuhl quietscht bei jeder Bewegung.The old rocking chair creaks with every movement.

2.) "To shriek or squeal with a high-pitched sound"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kinder quietschen vor Freude auf der Achterbahn.The children squeal with joy on the roller coaster.
  2. Die Bremsen des Zuges quietschen laut.The train's brakes screech loudly.
  3. Das kleine Mädchen quietscht, als es die Maus sieht.The little girl squeals when she sees the mouse.

3.) "To make a grating or screeching sound due to friction"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kreide quietscht auf der Tafel.The chalk screeches on the blackboard.
  2. Der alte Wagen quietscht bei jeder Kurve.The old car creaks with every turn.
  3. Die Türscharniere quietschen jedes Mal, wenn die Tür geöffnet wird.The door hinges squeak every time the door is opened.
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