chuff

das Schnaufen; schnaufen (Dampflokomotive)

Example sentences with “chuff”

  1. The old train began to chuff. (Der alte Zug begann zu schnaufen.)

Frequently asked questions

How do you describe the sound of a steam engine in German?

You use the verb 'schnaufen' or 'tuffen'. 'Schnaufen' is the standard verb for heavy, rhythmic breathing or engine sounds.