numb in German
numb in German is benommen, betäubt, gefühllos — numb means unable to feel physical sensation, especially because of cold or pressure on a nerve.
numb in German
benommen
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
betäubt
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
gefühllos
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
starr
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
taub
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
gefühllos
Emotionally unable to feel or respond in a normal way.
unempfindlich
Emotionally unable to feel or respond in a normal way.
betäuben
(transitive) To cause to become numb (physically or emotionally).
What does "numb" mean?
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adj Unable to feel physical sensation, especially because of cold or pressure on a nerve.
"Her fingers went numb in the freezing wind."
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adj Unable to feel or respond emotionally, often after shock or grief.
"He felt numb for days after hearing the news."
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verb To make (something) unable to feel physical sensation, or to dull an emotion.
"The dentist numbed his gum before the injection."
numb in a sentence
- Her fingers went numb in the freezing wind.
- He felt numb for days after hearing the news.
- The dentist numbed his gum before the injection.
- Years of bad news had numbed her to fresh disasters.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "numb" in German?
"numb" in German is benommen, betäubt, gefühllos. numb means: Unable to feel physical sensation, especially because of cold or pressure on a nerve.
How do you use "numb" in a sentence?
Example: "Her fingers went numb in the freezing wind." In German, "numb" is benommen, betäubt, gefühllos.
Are there other ways to say "numb" in German?
Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "numb": benommen, betäubt, gefühllos, starr, taub, unempfindlich.
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