Translation of German word "streiten" to English
streiten
Meaning
VerbTo argue fiercely; to contend; to squabble; to cease to be on friendly terms, to fall out.
How to use
streiten ('to argue / quarrel / fight') is a strong verb: streitet, stritt, hat gestritten. Often used reflexively: sich streiten mit jemandem über etwas — to argue with someone about something.
🇬🇧 English
to quarrel
Example
Die Kinder streiten oft.
The children quarrel often.
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Common phrases
- sich um Kleinigkeiten streiten— to argue over trifles / small things
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Present Tense (Präsens)
Simple Past (Präteritum)
Perfect (Perfekt)
ich bin/streitete
Imperative (Imperativ)
Frequency rank: #977 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "streiten"?▼
The German word "streiten" is defined as: "To argue fiercely; to contend; to squabble; to cease to be on friendly terms, to fall out."
What does the German word "streiten" mean?▼
The German word "streiten" means "to quarrel" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "streiten"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Kinder streiten oft." (which translates as "Example sentence for streiten.").
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