Wirbeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wirbeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "to whirl", "to swirl" or "to twirl".

Essential properties of "wirbeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: wirbeln
  • Simple past: wirbelte
  • Participle: gewirbelt

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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 "wirbeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To move rapidly in circles"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Blätter wirbeln im Wind.The leaves whirl in the wind.
  2. Der Tänzer wirbelt über die Bühne.The dancer twirls across the stage.
  3. Der Staub wirbelt durch das Zimmer.The dust swirls through the room.

2.) "To cause something to spin or move circularly"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Koch wirbelt die Suppe mit einem Löffel.The cook swirls the soup with a spoon.
  2. Die Kinder wirbeln die Blätter mit ihren Füßen.The children whirl the leaves with their feet.
  3. Der Hund wirbelt den Ball durch die Luft.The dog spins the ball through the air.
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