knock in German
knock in German is Klopfen, Schlag, klopfen — knock means to strike something, especially a door, sharply with the knuckles or an object.
knock in German
Klopfen
An abrupt rapping sound, as from an impact of a hard object against wood.
Schlag
A sharp impact.
klopfen
(intransitive) To rap one's knuckles against something, especially wood.
anklopfen
(intransitive) To rap one's knuckles against something, especially wood.
schlagen
(transitive, Britain, slang, dated) To impress forcibly or strongly; to astonish; to move to admiration or applause.
What does "knock" mean?
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verb To strike something, especially a door, sharply with the knuckles or an object.
"Someone is knocking at the front door."
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verb To criticize someone or something.
"Critics knocked the film for its weak script."
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noun A sharp rapping sound, or a blow or setback.
"She heard a knock at the door and went to answer it."
knock in a sentence
- Someone is knocking at the front door.
- Critics knocked the film for its weak script.
- She heard a knock at the door and went to answer it.
- Losing the contract was a real knock to the company's confidence.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "knock" in German?
"knock" in German is Klopfen, Schlag, klopfen. knock means: To strike something, especially a door, sharply with the knuckles or an object.
How do you use "knock" in a sentence?
Example: "Someone is knocking at the front door." In German, "knock" is Klopfen, Schlag, klopfen.
Are there other ways to say "knock" in German?
Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "knock": Klopfen, Schlag, klopfen, anklopfen, schlagen.
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