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Flammenmeer
German → American English
American English
Sea of flames
Ein großes, oft eindrucksvoll beschriebenes Gebiet voller Flammen.
Das Lager stand in einem Flammenmeer.Use Flammenmeer mainly in vivid, literary, or journalistic descriptions. It is not a neutral everyday term, but a dramatic image for a very large fire or an area covered in flames.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Flammenmeer” mean in English?
“Flammenmeer” means “sea of flames.” It describes a huge mass or expanse of fire.
Is “Flammenmeer” a common word in German?
It is understandable and idiomatic, but it is used more for dramatic or descriptive effect than in everyday conversation.
Is “Flammenmeer” literal or figurative?
It can be both. It may describe a real large fire, or it may be used figuratively for something that looks like a vast field of flames.