spy in German

spy in German is Spion, Spionin, Schlapphut — spy means a person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.

spy in German

Spion

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

Spionin

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

Schlapphut

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

Schnüffler

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

Spitzel

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

ausspionieren

verb

(intransitive) To act as a spy.

spionieren

verb

(intransitive) To act as a spy.

erspähen

verb

(transitive) To spot; to catch sight of; to espy.

What does "spy" mean?

noun A person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.
"In the film, a spy hides secret messages inside library books."
verb To secretly watch or gather information on someone.
"He was caught spying on his neighbours through a gap in the hedge."
verb To catch sight of something, often unexpectedly.
"Through the binoculars I could spy a tiny boat far out at sea."

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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”.

spy in a sentence

In the film, a spy hides secret messages inside library books.
Nobody suspected that the quiet clerk was really a spy for another country.
He was caught spying on his neighbours through a gap in the hedge.
Some companies spy on their rivals to learn about future products.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "spy" in German?

"spy" in German is Spion, Spionin, Schlapphut. spy means: A person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.

How do you use "spy" in a sentence?

Example: "In the film, a spy hides secret messages inside library books." In German, "spy" is Spion, Spionin, Schlapphut.

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

Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "spy": Spion, Spionin, Schlapphut, Schnüffler, Spitzel, ausspionieren.

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