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steam in German

steam in German is Dampf, Wasserdampf, Energie — steam means the hot vapor that water turns into when it boils.

steam in German

Dampf
noun
The suspended condensate (cloud) formed by water vapour when it encounters colder air.
Wasserdampf
noun
The suspended condensate (cloud) formed by water vapour when it encounters colder air.
Dampf
noun
Pressurized water vapour used for heating, cooking, or to provide mechanical energy.
Energie
noun
(figuratively) Internal energy for progress or motive power.
Kraft
noun
(figuratively) Internal energy for progress or motive power.
dämpfen
verb
(transitive, cooking) To cook with steam.
dünsten
verb
(transitive, cooking) To cook with steam.

What does "steam" mean?

  1. noun The hot vapor that water turns into when it boils.
    "Steam rose from the pot of boiling pasta."
  2. noun Energy, momentum, or drive to keep going, especially in "run out of steam" or "pick up steam."
    "The campaign lost steam after the initial excitement wore off."
  3. verb To cook food using steam.
    "She steamed the broccoli instead of boiling it to keep more nutrients."
  4. verb To become angry or worked up.
    "He was steaming after losing the argument."
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steam in a sentence

  • Steam rose from the pot of boiling pasta.
  • The kettle whistled as steam escaped from the spout.
  • The campaign lost steam after the initial excitement wore off.
  • She steamed the broccoli instead of boiling it to keep more nutrients.

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What is "steam" in German?

"steam" in German is Dampf, Wasserdampf, Energie. steam means: The hot vapor that water turns into when it boils.

How do you use "steam" in a sentence?

Example: "Steam rose from the pot of boiling pasta." In German, "steam" is Dampf, Wasserdampf, Energie.

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

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "steam": Dampf, Wasserdampf, Energie, Kraft, dämpfen, dünsten.

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