English–German

“rustle” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʁaʊ̯ʃn̩/

Example

Im Wald hört man das Rauschen der Blätter.

In the woods, you can hear the rustle of the leaves.

Illustration for Rauschen (rustle)

How to say “rustle” in German

“Rustle” in German is Rauschen.

Many small movements merge into a sustained sound that can rustle through leaves, surge in water, or hiss from a speaker.

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

Example sentences with Rauschen

Beim Lernen stört mich ein konstantes Rauschen im Hintergrund.

While studying, a constant rustle in the background bothers me.

Tips for using Rauschen

  • English rustle usually suggests dry leaves or fabric, while German Rauschen also commonly describes water, electronic static, and sounds in the ears.

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