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hold hostage in German

hold hostage in German is als Geisel halten, gefangen halten, in Geiselhaft halten.

hold hostage in German

als Geisel halten

verb

gefangen halten

verb

in Geiselhaft halten

verb

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hold hostage" in German?

"hold hostage" in German is als Geisel halten, gefangen halten, in Geiselhaft halten.

Are there other ways to say "hold hostage" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "hold hostage": als Geisel halten, gefangen halten, in Geiselhaft halten.

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