Tummeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Tummeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "to romp", "to frolic" or "to bustle".

Essential properties of "tummeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: tummeln
  • Simple past: tummelte
  • Participle: getummelt

See full conjugation of tummeln

regularintransitivereflexive
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 "tummeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To move quickly and energetically"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kinder tummeln sich im Garten.The children romp in the garden.
  2. Viele Menschen tummeln sich auf dem Marktplatz.Many people bustle about in the marketplace.
  3. Die Vögel tummeln sich im Baum.The birds frolic in the tree.

2.) "To actively participate"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er tummelt sich in der Politik.He is active in politics.
  2. Viele junge Leute tummeln sich in sozialen Netzwerken.Many young people are active on social networks.
  3. Sie tummelt sich in verschiedenen Vereinen.She is involved in various clubs.
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