Explosion
/ɛks.ploˈzjoːn/
The English phrase blast is translated into German as Explosion.
Meaning: explosion (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun Explosion is feminine and is used with the definite article die (die Explosion). The plural form of Explosion is Explosionen.
How do you pronounce it?
The word consists of 3 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable. The IPA is /ɛks.ploˈzjoːn/.
Did you know?
- In a technical context, a 'blast furnace' is called a Hochofen. Instead of using a word for explosion, German focuses on the 'high' heat and the 'furnace' structure.
- If you hear a blast from a trumpet, Germans call it a Fanfare instead of using any word related to explosions.
- The word Sprengung is used specifically for the act of a controlled blast, such as in demolition, whereas Explosion often implies an uncontrolled accident.
Examples in context
- Tom starb in der Explosion.Tom died in the blast.Tatoeba #4020551 by pullnosemans, translation #3826197 by CK
- Die Party gestern Abend war ein großer Spaß.The party last night was a great blast.
- Samstagabend gehen wir ab.On Saturday night, we're going to have a blast.
- Die Explosion war sehr laut.The explosion was very loud.
- Nach der Explosion war alles schwarz.After the explosion, everything was black.
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Example conversation
Sarah and Felix are watching the news on TV.
- SarahHast du von der Explosion gehört?Did you hear about the explosion?
- FelixJa, ich habe es gerade gelesen.Yes, I just read about it.
- SarahWar die Explosion gefährlich?Was the explosion dangerous?
- FelixZum Glück gab es keine Verletzten.Luckily, there were no injuries.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Explosion, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
