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capsize in German

capsize in German is kentern, zum Kentern bringen — capsize means to turn over or roll over in the water, or to cause a boat to do so.

capsize in German

kentern
verb
(transitive, nautical) To cause (a ship) to overturn.
zum Kentern bringen
verb
(transitive, nautical) To cause (a ship) to overturn.

What does "capsize" mean?

  1. verb To turn over or roll over in the water, or to cause a boat to do so.
    "The small dinghy capsized in the sudden squall."

capsize in a sentence

  • The small dinghy capsized in the sudden squall.
  • A rogue wave capsized the kayak within seconds.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "capsize" in German?

"capsize" in German is kentern, zum Kentern bringen. capsize means: To turn over or roll over in the water, or to cause a boat to do so.

How do you use "capsize" in a sentence?

Example: "The small dinghy capsized in the sudden squall." In German, "capsize" is kentern, zum Kentern bringen.

Are there other ways to say "capsize" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "capsize": kentern, zum Kentern bringen.

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