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Spinnerei
German → American English
American English
spinning
Spinning; also a spinning mill, or colloquially nonsense / a crazy idea.
Die Spinnerei produziert hochwertiges Garn.Spinnerei can mean both a textile spinning mill and, colloquially, nonsense or a crazy idea. The intended meaning depends heavily on context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Spinnerei“ mean in English?
„Spinnerei“ can mean „spinning“ in a textile context, but it can also mean „nonsense“ or „crazy idea“ in everyday German.
Is „Spinnerei“ a formal word?
In the textile sense, yes; in the everyday sense, it is informal and often slightly dismissive.
How do I use „Spinnerei“ in a sentence?
Example: „Die Spinnerei produziert Garn.“ = „The spinning mill produces yarn.“