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stechend
German → American English
American English
stinging
Stark und plötzlich stechend; oft für Schmerz, Geruch oder Kälte verwendet.
Ich bekam plötzlich einen stechenden Schmerz im Rücken.Use stechend for a strong, piercing sensation or smell. It is often used in phrases like stechender Schmerz or stechender Geruch; for temperature, stechend kalt is common.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “stechend” mean in English?
“Stechend” means “stinging,” “piercing,” or “sharp,” depending on the context.
How do you use “stechend” in a sentence?
You can use it to describe pain, smell, or cold, for example: Ein stechender Schmerz durchfuhr mich.
Is “stechend” used more for pain or smell?
It is common for both. It often describes sharp pain, a pungent smell, or very sharp cold.