Wedeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wedeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "wag", "wave" or "fan".

Essential properties of "wedeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: wedeln
  • Simple past: wedelte
  • Participle: gewedelt

See full conjugation of wedeln

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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 "wedeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To wag, wave, or fan"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Hund wedelt mit dem Schwanz, wenn er glücklich ist.The dog wags its tail when it is happy.
  2. Er wedelte mit den Armen, um Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.He waved his arms to attract attention.
  3. Die Fahne wedelte im Wind.The flag waved in the wind.

2.) "To ski in a zigzag pattern"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Beim Skifahren wedelt er elegant den Hang hinunter.While skiing, he elegantly zigzags down the slope.
  2. Sie wedelte geschickt durch die Slalomstangen.She skillfully weaved through the slalom poles.
  3. Er wedelt gerne auf der Piste, um Geschwindigkeit zu kontrollieren.He likes to zigzag on the slope to control speed.
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