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Sinken
German → American English
American English
Sink
nach unten gehen oder sich nach unten bewegen; niedriger werden
Die Temperaturen sinken im Herbst deutlich.Use as an intransitive verb for something going down on its own. For an object that someone causes to go lower, use senken instead.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sinken” mean in English?
It means “to sink” or “to fall/droop downward,” usually without outside force.
What is the difference between “sinken” and “senken”?
“Sinken” is intransitive: something sinks by itself. “Senken” is transitive: someone or something lowers something else.
Is “sinken” a regular verb in German?
No. It is an irregular verb: sinken – sank – ist gesunken.
How do you say “the temperature is sinking” in German?
You can say: “Die Temperatur sinkt.”
What is the past participle of “sinken”?
The past participle is “gesunken.”