windfall in German

windfall in German is Windbruch, Fallobst, Geldregen — windfall means an unexpected and welcome sum of money, such as from an inheritance or lottery win.

windfall in German

Windbruch

noun

Something that has been blown down by the wind.

Fallobst

noun

A fruit that has fallen from a tree naturally, as from wind.

Geldregen

noun

(figuratively) A sudden large benefit; especially, a sudden or unexpected large amount of money, as from lottery or sweepstakes winnings or an unexpected inheritance or gift.

warmer Regen

noun

(figuratively) A sudden large benefit; especially, a sudden or unexpected large amount of money, as from lottery or sweepstakes winnings or an unexpected inheritance or gift.

What does "windfall" mean?

noun An unexpected and welcome sum of money, such as from an inheritance or lottery win.
"The family used their windfall to pay off the mortgage."
noun Fruit blown down from a tree by the wind.
"She made jam from the windfall apples in the orchard."

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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.

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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”.

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”.

windfall in a sentence

The family used their windfall to pay off the mortgage.
A tax rebate gave everyone a small windfall this year.
She made jam from the windfall apples in the orchard.

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "windfall" in German?

"windfall" in German is Windbruch, Fallobst, Geldregen. windfall means: An unexpected and welcome sum of money, such as from an inheritance or lottery win.

How do you use "windfall" in a sentence?

Example: "The family used their windfall to pay off the mortgage." In German, "windfall" is Windbruch, Fallobst, Geldregen.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "windfall": Windbruch, Fallobst, Geldregen, warmer Regen.

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