sigh in German

sigh in German is Seufzer, Seufzen, seufzen — sigh means to let out a long, audible breath, usually as a sign of tiredness, sadness, relief, or frustration.

sigh in German

Seufzer

noun

A deep, prolonged audible inhale and exhale of breath; as when fatigued, frustrated, grieved, or relieved; the act of sighing.

Seufzen

noun

A deep, prolonged audible inhale and exhale of breath; as when fatigued, frustrated, grieved, or relieved; the act of sighing.

seufzen

verb

(intransitive) To inhale a larger quantity of air than usual, and immediately expel it; to make a deep single audible respiration, especially as the result or involuntary expression of fatigue, exhaustion, grief, sorrow, frustration, or the like.

What does "sigh" mean?

verb To let out a long, audible breath, usually as a sign of tiredness, sadness, relief, or frustration.
"Tom sighed heavily when he saw how much washing-up was waiting for him."
noun A long, audible breath let out to express tiredness, sadness, relief, or frustration.
"With a sigh of relief, she sat down after the long exam."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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”.

sigh in a sentence

Tom sighed heavily when he saw how much washing-up was waiting for him.
She sighed and put down the phone after another rejection.
With a sigh of relief, she sat down after the long exam.
The teacher let out a weary sigh and rubbed her eyes.

Similar words in German

breathe out exhalation exhale

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sigh" in German?

"sigh" in German is Seufzer, Seufzen, seufzen. sigh means: To let out a long, audible breath, usually as a sign of tiredness, sadness, relief, or frustration.

How do you use "sigh" in a sentence?

Example: "Tom sighed heavily when he saw how much washing-up was waiting for him." In German, "sigh" is Seufzer, Seufzen, seufzen.

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

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "sigh": Seufzer, Seufzen, seufzen.

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