Schnallen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Schnallen" is used as verb with the meaning of "get", "grasp" or "understand".

Essential properties of "schnallen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: schnallen
  • Simple past: schnallte
  • Participle: geschnallt

See full conjugation of schnallen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "schnallen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To quickly understand or grasp something (colloquial)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich schnalle das einfach nicht.I just don't get it.
  2. Hast du endlich geschnallt, was er meinte?Did you finally get what he meant?
  3. Er schnallt die Regeln sofort.He gets the rules immediately.

2.) "To fasten or buckle something, like a belt or strap"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Bitte schnall den Sicherheitsgurt an.Please fasten your seatbelt.
  2. Er schnallt den Rucksack fest.He fastens the backpack tightly.
  3. Sie schnallt die Schuhe zu.She buckles her shoes.
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