Surren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Surren" is mainly used as verb meaning "hum", "buzz" or "whir". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Surren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: surren
  • Simple past: surrte
  • Participle: gesurrt

See full conjugation of surren

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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 Surren
  • Plural: die [n/a]

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make a continuous, soft sound, like an insect flying"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Bienen surren um den Bienenstock.The bees hum around the beehive.
  2. Der Ventilator surrt leise im Hintergrund.The fan whirs softly in the background.
  3. In der Nacht surren die Insekten um die Lampe.At night, the insects buzz around the lamp.

2.) "Continuous, soft, buzzing sound"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Surren der Maschinen war beruhigend.The hum of the machines was soothing.
  2. Ein leises Surren erfüllte den Raum.A soft hum filled the room.
  3. Das Surren des Ventilators half ihm beim Einschlafen.The whirring of the fan helped him fall asleep.
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