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Schwindelanfall
German → American English
American English
dizziness attack
Plötzlicher Anfall von Schwindel oder Benommenheit.
Nach dem schnellen Aufstehen bekam er einen Schwindelanfall.Used mainly in medical or descriptive contexts. In everyday German, people often say einfach Schwindel instead of Schwindelanfall.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Schwindelanfall mean in English?
It means a sudden bout of dizziness or a dizzy spell.
Is Schwindelanfall a common German word?
It is understandable and used, but in everyday speech people often say Schwindel or mir ist schwindelig.
What is the difference between Schwindel and Schwindelanfall?
Schwindel is the general term for dizziness, while Schwindelanfall suggests a sudden episode or attack of dizziness.