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Mitschwingung

German → American English

American English

Resonance

Das Mitschwingen eines Körpers oder Systems aufgrund einer äußeren Anregung; resonance or sympathetic vibration.

Die Mitschwingung der Brücke war bei starkem Wind deutlich zu spüren.

Use Mitschwingung mainly in technical or scientific contexts, especially in physics, acoustics, and engineering. In everyday German, Resonanz is much more common than Mitschwingung.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Mitschwingung" mean in English?
It means "resonance" or more precisely a sympathetic vibration.
Is "Mitschwingung" the same as "Resonanz"?
They are closely related, but "Resonanz" is the more common general term, while "Mitschwingung" emphasizes the actual co-vibration of an object.
How do you use "Mitschwingung" in a sentence?
Example: "Die Mitschwingung des Glases verstärkte den Ton." = "The glass’s resonance amplified the sound."
Is "Mitschwingung" a technical word?
Yes, it is mainly used in physics, acoustics, and engineering.