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Stechen
German → American English
American English
Stabbing
mit einer Spitze oder scharfen Kante in etwas eindringen; Schmerz verursachen; auch von Insekten: stechen
Die Biene kann stechen, wenn sie sich bedroht fühlt.Stechen is a verb; in everyday German it often appears in phrases like stechen lassen or mit der Nadel stechen. For a noun meaning an act of stabbing, use der Stich.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „stechen“ mean in English?
„Stechen“ means “to sting,” “to stab,” “to prick,” or “to pierce,” depending on context.
Is „stechen“ the same as „stabbing“?
Not exactly. „Stechen“ is the verb; “stabbing” is usually the noun or present participle in English.
How do you use „stechen“ in a sentence?
Example: „Die Biene kann stechen.“ = “The bee can sting.”
What is the noun form of „stechen“?
The noun is „der Stich“.