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schnarchen

to snore

verb SHNAR-khen Rare

Usage Note

Schnarchen is the standard word for snoring during sleep. It is a very concrete, everyday word with no formal alternative. Often used as a sore point in relationship humour.

Examples

"Sein lautes Schnarchen hält die ganze Familie wach."

Natural Translation

His loud snoring keeps the whole family awake.

Literal Translation

His loud snoring keeps the whole family awake.

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