German Word · Intermediate
zischen
to hiss, to sizzle, to whiz
Pronunciation: /t͡sɪʃən/
Meaning
to hiss, to sizzle, to whiz
Example
Über mich weg zischte ein Schrapnell.
A shrapnel whizzed over me.
Practice tips
- Practice zischen 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.