English–German
“torment” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkvɛːlən/
Example
Die Erinnerung quält ihn jeden Tag.
The memory torments him every day.
How to say “torment” in German
“Torment” in German is quälen.
A person is repeatedly pressed by pain, worry, or an oppressive burden until it wears them down.
Example sentences with quälen
Der ständige Husten quält ihn nachts.
The persistent cough torments him during the night.
Tips for using quälen
- Quälen takes an accusative person, as in jemanden quälen, and can describe both physical torment and persistent mental distress.