English–German

“fluctuate” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃvaŋkən/

Example

Die Preise schwanken täglich.

Prices fluctuate daily.

Illustration for schwanken (fluctuate)

How to say “fluctuate” in German

“Fluctuate” in German is schwanken.

A balance that repeatedly shifts between two positions, levels, or opinions without settling.

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

Example sentences with schwanken

In der Diskussion schwankt er zwischen Zustimmung und Ablehnung.

In the discussion, he wavers between agreement and opposition.

Tips for using schwanken

  • For indecision, schwanken often appears with zwischen, as in zwischen zwei Möglichkeiten schwanken, meaning to waver between two options.

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