Meaning 1neutral; also describes crowds moving in large numbers · 82%
To move continuously or in large quantities from a starting point in a direction, especially water or air.
Natural examples
Nach dem Regen strömte Wasser durch die Straße.
After the rain, water streamed through the street.
Kühle Luft strömte durch das offene Fenster.
Cool air flowed through the open window.
Nach dem Konzert strömten die Besucher zum Ausgang.
After the concert, visitors streamed toward the exit.
Usage note
Strömen is weak and uses sein in the perfect; a source or direction often follows with aus, durch, über, or in.
Mini-lesson: strömen
To move continuously or in large quantities from a starting point in a direction, especially water or air. Strömen is weak and uses sein in the perfect; a source or direction often follows with aus, durch, über, or in.
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