Translation of German word "Durst" to English
derDurst
/dʊʁst/
Meaning
NounA sensation of dryness in the throat associated with a craving for liquids, produced by deprivation of drink, or by some other cause (such as fear, excitement, etc.) which stops the secretion of the pharyngeal mucous membrane.
How to use
The masculine noun Durst ('thirst') declines regularly (no plural). Like Hunger, 'to be thirsty' is expressed with the verb haben (Durst haben — literally: to have thirst).
🇬🇧 English
Thirst
Example
Ich habe großen Durst.
I have a great thirst.
Wir müssen Wasser trinken, weil wir großen Durst haben.
We need to drink water because we have a great thirst.
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Common phrases
- Durst haben— to be thirsty (idiom, using 'haben')
- Durst löschen— to quench thirst
- großer Durst— great thirst
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What is the definition of the German word "der Durst"?▼
The German word "der Durst" is defined as: "A sensation of dryness in the throat associated with a craving for liquids, produced by deprivation of drink, or by some other cause (such as fear, excitement, etc.) which stops the secretion of the pharyngeal mucous membrane."
What does the German word "der Durst" mean?▼
The German word "der Durst" means "Thirst" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Durst"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Durst"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich habe großen Durst." (which translates as "I have a great thirst.").
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