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overwhelm in German

overwhelm in German is überrumpeln, übermannen, überwältigen — overwhelm means to completely overpower someone or something, whether physically or emotionally.

overwhelm in German

überrumpeln
verb
übermannen
verb
To cause to surround, to cover.
überwältigen
verb
To cause to surround, to cover.

What does "overwhelm" mean?

  1. verb To completely overpower someone or something, whether physically or emotionally.
    "He was overwhelmed with guilt."
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overwhelm in a sentence

  • He was overwhelmed with guilt.
  • The wave overwhelmed the small boat.

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What is "overwhelm" in German?
"overwhelm" in German is überrumpeln, übermannen, überwältigen. overwhelm means: To completely overpower someone or something, whether physically or emotionally.
How do you use "overwhelm" in a sentence?
Example: "The wave overwhelmed the small boat." In German, "overwhelm" is überrumpeln, übermannen, überwältigen.
Are there other ways to say "overwhelm" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "overwhelm": überrumpeln, übermannen, überwältigen.
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