English–German

“brawl” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃlɛːgəˈʁaɪ̯/

Example

In der Innenstadt gab es letzte Nacht viele Schlägereien.

There were many brawls downtown last night.

Illustration for Schlägerei (brawl)

How to say “brawl” in German

“Brawl” in German is Schlägerei.

Several people collide in a brief, chaotic burst of punches and blows.

Full entry for Schlägerei: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Schlägerei

Die Security verhinderte eine Schlägerei.

Security prevented a brawl.

Tips for using Schlägerei

  • Schlägerei is feminine, and its plural is Schlägereien; in eine Schlägerei geraten takes the accusative after in.

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