accident in German
accident in German is Unfall, Unglück, Zufall — accident means an unplanned event, often unfortunate, that happens without anyone intending it.
accident in German
Unfall
An unexpected event with negative consequences occurring without the intention of the one suffering the consequences, and (in the strict sense) not directly caused by humans.
Unglück
An unexpected event with negative consequences occurring without the intention of the one suffering the consequences, and (in the strict sense) not directly caused by humans.
Unfall
(transportation) A collision or crash of a vehicle, aircraft, or other form of transportation that causes damage to the transportation involved; and sometimes injury or death to the transportation's occupants or bystanders in close proximity. (but see Usage notes)
Zufall
(transportation) A collision or crash of a vehicle, aircraft, or other form of transportation that causes damage to the transportation involved; and sometimes injury or death to the transportation's occupants or bystanders in close proximity. (but see Usage notes)
Zufall
Malheur
(euphemistic) An instance of incontinence.
Unfall
(euphemistic) An unintended pregnancy.
What does "accident" mean?
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noun An unplanned event, often unfortunate, that happens without anyone intending it.
"It was an accident — I didn't mean to break the vase."
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noun A crash involving a vehicle or other form of transport.
"Traffic was backed up for miles after the accident on the freeway."
accident in a sentence
- It was an accident — I didn't mean to break the vase.
- Traffic was backed up for miles after the accident on the freeway.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "accident" in German?
"accident" in German is Unfall, Unglück, Zufall. accident means: An unplanned event, often unfortunate, that happens without anyone intending it.
How do you use "accident" in a sentence?
Example: "It was an accident — I didn't mean to break the vase." In German, "accident" is Unfall, Unglück, Zufall.
Are there other ways to say "accident" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "accident": Unfall, Unglück, Zufall, Malheur.
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