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sling in German

sling in German is Schleuder, Schulterriemen, Tragetuch — sling means to throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.

sling in German

Schleuder
noun
(weapon) An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
Schulterriemen
noun
(weapon) An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
Tragetuch
noun
(weapon) An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
Armschlinge
noun
A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
Armschlaufe
noun
A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
Schulterriemen
noun
A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
Schleudern
noun
The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
ticken
verb
verchecken
verb
verticken
verb
schleudern
verb
To throw with a sling.
schmeißen
verb
To throw with a sling.

What does "sling" mean?

  1. verb To throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.
    "He slung his bag over his shoulder and headed out the door."
  2. verb (slang) To sell or distribute something, often illicitly.
    "The dealer was slinging drugs on the corner most nights."
  3. noun A supportive strap or bandage that holds an injured arm against the body.
    "His arm was in a sling for six weeks after the fall."
  4. noun A loop of fabric worn around the body to carry a baby.
    "She carried the baby in a sling while she cooked dinner."

sling in a sentence

  • He slung his bag over his shoulder and headed out the door.
  • The dealer was slinging drugs on the corner most nights.
  • His arm was in a sling for six weeks after the fall.
  • She carried the baby in a sling while she cooked dinner.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sling" in German?

"sling" in German is Schleuder, Schulterriemen, Tragetuch. sling means: To throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.

How do you use "sling" in a sentence?

Example: "He slung his bag over his shoulder and headed out the door." In German, "sling" is Schleuder, Schulterriemen, Tragetuch.

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

Yes — German has 11 translations listed for "sling": Schleuder, Schulterriemen, Tragetuch, Armschlinge, Armschlaufe, Schleudern.

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