Meaning 1neutral; also a current of thought or tendency · 82%
A flowing movement of water or air.
Natural examples
Die Strömung trug das Boot vom Ufer weg.
The current carried the boat away from shore.
Schwimmer sollten die starke Strömung meiden.
Swimmers should avoid the strong current.
Eine starke Strömung trieb das Treibholz flussabwärts.
A strong current carried the driftwood downstream.
Usage note
Strömung is feminine and forms Strömungen; here it refers to a current of water or air.
Mini-lesson: Strömung
A flowing movement of water or air. Strömung is feminine and forms Strömungen; here it refers to a current of water or air.
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