English–German

“lump” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/trʊm/

Example

Auf dem Boden liegt ein Trumm.

There is a lump on the floor.

Illustration for Trumm (lump)

How to say “lump” in German

“Lump” in German is Trumm.

A large, heavy chunk lying as one solid piece, or a person with the same bulky presence.

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

Example sentences with Trumm

Er ist ein Trumm von einem Mann, aber sehr sanftmütig.

He is a hulk of a man, but very gentle.

Tips for using Trumm

  • Trumm is colloquial, and calling a person a Trumm can sound blunt or mildly insulting rather than neutral.

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