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summend

German → American English

American English

humming

Humming; making a low continuous buzzing sound.

Eine summende Biene flog über die Wiese.

Use „summend“ to describe a continuous low humming sound, often from insects, machines, or someone making a soft humming noise. It is more descriptive and literary than everyday spoken language.

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Frequently asked questions

What does „summend“ mean in English?
„Summend“ means „humming“ or „buzzing softly“ in English, depending on the context.
Is „summend“ an adjective or an adverb?
It is usually a participial adjective in German, used to describe something that is humming.
How do I use „summend“ in a sentence?
You can use it before a noun or after a linking verb, for example: „eine summendende Biene“ is not correct; say „eine summende Biene“.