English–German

“fist” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/faʊ̯st/

Example

Er schlug mit der Faust gegen die Tür.

He hit the door with his fist.

Illustration for Faust (fist)

How to say “fist” in German

“Fist” in German is Faust.

A closed hand with the fingers pressed into the palm and the knuckles forming a firm front.

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

Example sentences with Faust

Vor Schmerz ballte er die Faust.

He clenched his fist in pain.

Tips for using Faust

  • Faust is feminine, with the plural form Fäuste: die Faust, die Fäuste.

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