English–German
“whirlpool” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈvɪʁbl̩/
Example
Im Fluss bildete sich ein Wirbel.
A whirlpool formed in the river.
How to say “whirlpool” in German
“Whirlpool” in German is Wirbel.
A rotating knot forms in a river or gust of air, and the same image extends to sudden disorder and excitement.
Example sentences with Wirbel
Die Meldung rief einen Wirbel in der Bevölkerung hervor.
The report created a commotion among the public.
Tips for using Wirbel
- Wirbel can also mean a vertebra in anatomy, so context distinguishes this sense from a spinning current or commotion.