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Bummel
German → American English
American English
stroll
Ein gemütlicher, meist langsamer Spaziergang oder eine lockere Runde ohne Eile.
Wir machten am Nachmittag einen Bummel durch die Altstadt.Bummel is a noun and is often used in fixed phrases like einen Bummel machen. It is more colloquial than Spaziergang and can suggest leisurely wandering, often while shopping or sightseeing.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Bummel“ mean in English?
„Bummel“ usually means „stroll“ or „leisurely walk“. Depending on context, it can also suggest „ramble“ or „shopping trip“.
Is „Bummel“ the same as „Spaziergang“?
They overlap, but „Bummel“ is often more casual and can imply wandering around without a strict 목적 or with shopping/sightseeing.
How do you use „Bummel“ in a sentence?
A common phrase is „einen Bummel machen“: „Wir machen noch einen Bummel durch die Stadt.“