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“forehead” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃtɪʁn/

Example

Sie legte die Hand an ihre Stirn.

She placed her hand against her forehead.

Illustration for Stirn (forehead)

How to say “forehead” in German

“Forehead” in German is Stirn.

The flat front of the head above the eyes, where raised or furrowed skin can show emotion.

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

Example sentences with Stirn

Bei der Hitze stand ihm Schweiß auf der Stirn.

In the heat, sweat stood on his forehead.

Tips for using Stirn

  • Stirn is feminine, with the forms die Stirn and the plural Stirnen.

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