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“sting” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃtɛçən/

Example

Pass auf, die Mücke sticht mich.

Watch out, the mosquito is stinging me.

Illustration for stechen (sting)

How to say “sting” in German

“Sting” in German is stechen.

A sudden jab from a point, such as an insect's mouthpart or a needle.

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

Example sentences with stechen

Bei der Blutabnahme kann die Nadel kurz stechen.

During a blood draw, the needle may briefly sting.

Tips for using stechen

  • Sharp bodily pain is often expressed impersonally with es sticht, as in Es sticht in der Seite for a stabbing pain in the side.

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