German Word · Intermediate
schwelen
to smoulder
Pronunciation: /ˈʃveːlən/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to smoulder".
Example
Das Feuer schwelte immer noch an einigen Stellen.
The fire was still smoldering in some places.
Practice tips
- Practice schwelen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.