Wehen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wehen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to blow", "to waft" or "to wave".

Essential properties of "wehen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: wehen
Simple past: wehte
Participle: geweht

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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 "wehen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To blow (wind)"

Definition: "To blow or move, referring to wind."
Translation(s): to blow, to waft
Synonym(s): blasen, pusten
Related word(s): Wind, Sturm, Brise

📝 Some usage examples:

Der wehende Wind brachte Kühlung an einem heißen Tag.The blowing wind brought coolness on a hot day.
Die Fahnen wehten im starken Wind.The flags blew in the strong wind.
Es weht ein frischer Frühlingswind durch die Straßen.A fresh spring wind blows through the streets.

2.) "To wave or flutter (flags, fabric)"

Definition: "To wave or flutter, especially referring to flags or fabrics."
Translation(s): to wave, to flutter, to stream
Synonym(s): flattern, wallen
Related word(s): Fahne, Flagge, Banner

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Nationalflagge wehte stolz auf dem Gebäude.The national flag waved proudly on the building.
Ihr langes Haar wehte im Wind.Her long hair waved in the wind.
Bunte Wimpel wehten fröhlich auf dem Festplatz.Colorful pennants fluttered cheerfully at the festival grounds.

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