ruminate in German

ruminate in German is grübeln, wiederkäuen — ruminate means to chew cud. (Said of ruminants.) Involves regurgitating partially digested food from the rumen.

ruminate in German

grübeln

verb

wiederkäuen

verb

(intransitive) To chew cud. (Said of ruminants.) Involves regurgitating partially digested food from the rumen.

What does "ruminate" mean?

verb To chew cud. (Said of ruminants.) Involves regurgitating partially digested food from the rumen.
verb To meditate or reflect.
verb To meditate or ponder over; to muse on.

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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 "ruminate" in German?

"ruminate" in German is grübeln, wiederkäuen. ruminate means: To chew cud. (Said of ruminants.) Involves regurgitating partially digested food from the rumen.

Are there other ways to say "ruminate" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "ruminate": grübeln, wiederkäuen.

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