reel in German
reel in German is Spule, Trommel, Haspel — reel means a cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
reel in German
Spule
A kind of spool, turning on an axis, on which yarn, threads, lines, or the like, are wound.
Trommel
A kind of spool, turning on an axis, on which yarn, threads, lines, or the like, are wound.
Haspel
(agriculture) A device consisting of radial arms with horizontal stats, connected with a harvesting machine, for holding the stalks of grain in position to be cut by the knives.
Demoband
(film) A short compilation of sample film work used as a demonstrative resume in the entertainment industry.
aufrollen
To wind on a reel.
drehen
To spin or revolve repeatedly.
kreisen
To spin or revolve repeatedly.
taumeln
To walk shakily or unsteadily; to stagger; move as if drunk or not in control of oneself.
What does "reel" mean?
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noun A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
"He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel."
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noun A lively traditional dance, especially from Scotland, or its music.
"The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor."
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noun A short video, especially one posted on a social media app.
"She posted a reel of highlights from the trip."
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verb To stagger or lose one's balance, or to feel dizzy or shocked.
"He reeled back after hearing the news."
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reel in a sentence
- He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel.
- The tailor put a new reel of blue thread into the machine.
- The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor.
- Everyone joined hands to dance a reel at the village ceilidh.
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What is "reel" in German?
"reel" in German is Spule, Trommel, Haspel. reel means: A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
How do you use "reel" in a sentence?
Example: "He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel." In German, "reel" is Spule, Trommel, Haspel.
Are there other ways to say "reel" in German?
Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "reel": Spule, Trommel, Haspel, Demoband, aufrollen, drehen.
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