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ekeln
German → American English
American English
disgust
jemanden oder etwas stark anwidern; Abscheu hervorrufen
Der Anblick von verdorbenem Essen ekelt mich an.Usually used in the impersonal form, as in "Das ekelt mich" or reflexively "sich ekeln vor + Dativ". It is more common in everyday speech than in formal writing.
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What does "ekeln" mean in English?
"Ekeln" means "to disgust" or "to make someone feel disgusted."
How do you use "sich ekeln vor"?
Use "sich ekeln vor + dative" to say you are disgusted by something, for example: "Ich ekle mich vor Spinnen."
Is "ekeln" a reflexive verb?
Often yes. The common form is "sich ekeln vor etwas," but it can also appear impersonally: "Das ekelt mich."