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Stromschnelle — meaning in English

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English meaning

chute noun A sloped or vertical channel used to slide or drop objects from a higher point to a lower one.
rapid adj Happening or moving very quickly.
whirlpool noun A powerful, swirling current of water that pulls objects toward its center.

Senses

Stromschnelle is used for these senses in English:

chute A waterfall or rapid.
whirlpool A swirling body of water.

chute — full definition

noun A sloped or vertical channel used to slide or drop objects from a higher point to a lower one.
noun A narrow passage used to funnel or confine animals, such as livestock.
noun Informal shortening of "parachute".

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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”.

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