durchbrennen — meaning in English

English meaning

• elope verb To run away secretly with a partner in order to get married, usually without a big wedding or family involvement.

Senses

durchbrennen is used for these senses in English:

• elopement The act of running away from home with a paramour.
• run away To leave home, or other place of residence, usually unannounced, or to make good on a threat, with such action usually performed by a child or juvenile.

Related German words