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spannend
German → American English
American English
exciting
Something that arouses interest, excitement, or suspense; gripping or thrilling.
Der Krimi war sehr spannend.Use spannend for something that creates excitement or suspense, especially stories, films, games, or situations. It often describes the feeling of being eager to know what happens next.
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Frequently asked questions
What does spannend mean in English?
spannend usually means exciting, thrilling, or suspenseful in English.
Is spannend the same as aufregend?
They overlap, but aufregend is often more directly ‘exciting,’ while spannend often suggests suspense or gripping interest.
How do you use spannend in a sentence?
Example: Der Film war spannend. = The movie was exciting/gripping.