Blasen
/ˈblaːzən/
The English phrase 'bubbles' is translated into German as Blasen.
Blasen refers to small globes of gas that form within a liquid.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈblaːzən/
Did you know?
- The phrase Blasen machen can be used colloquially to mean 'to make bubbles', but in certain contexts, it can be a slang term for 'to perform oral sex'.
- The noun Blase also refers to the 'bladder' in human anatomy. This connection exists because both a bubble and a bladder are organic or physical sacs filled with fluid or gas.
- In German, a 'blister' on the skin is called a Blase. This is because a blister is essentially a bubble of fluid trapped under the skin.
Examples in context
- Das Experiment erzeugt viele Blasen.The experiment produces many bubbles.
- Schau, wie schön die Seifenblasen schillern!Look how beautifully the soap bubbles shimmer!
- Im Glas sind viele Blasen.There are many bubbles in the glass.
- Die Blasen steigen nach oben.The bubbles rise to the top.
- Ich sehe kleine Blasen im Wasser.I see small bubbles in the water.
Example conversation
Julia and Felix are looking at a glass of sparkling water.
- JuliaSchau mal, Felix, die Blasen steigen auf.Look, Felix, the bubbles are rising.
- FelixJa, das Wasser ist sehr spritzig.Yes, the water is very fizzy.
- JuliaMagst du solche Blasen im Wasser?Do you like such bubbles in water?
- FelixJa, ich liebe prickelndes Wasser.Yes, I love sparkling water.
Sources
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry blasen.
