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fluktuieren
German → American English
American English
fluctuate
sich in unregelmäßiger Weise verändern; schwanken
Die Nachfrage nach dem Produkt fluktuiert im Laufe des Jahres stark.Use fluktuieren mainly in formal or technical contexts, especially for numbers, prices, demand, or values. In everyday German, schwanken is more common.
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Frequently asked questions
What does fluktuieren mean in English?
It means to fluctuate or vary irregularly.
How do I use fluktuieren in a sentence?
Example: Die Preise fluktuieren stark. = The prices fluctuate strongly.
Is fluktuieren formal or everyday German?
It is rather formal and often used in business, economics, statistics, or science.
What is the noun form of fluktuieren?
A common related noun is die Fluktuation.