convulsion
der Krampf; die Konvulsion
Word details
- German meaning
- Konvulsiv bedeutet, von Krämpfen oder Zuckungen betroffen oder durch diese gekennzeichnet zu sein.
- English meaning
- Convulsive means affected by or characterized by convulsions or spasms.
- Synonym
- krampfartig, zuckend
- German example
- Seine konvulsiven Bewegungen waren beängstigend anzusehen.
- English example
- His convulsive movements were frightening to watch.
Related words
- Strychnin
strychnine
Example sentences with “convulsion”
The patient had a convulsion. (Der Patient hatte einen Krampf.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the German for convulsion?
Commonly 'der Krampf' or medical 'die Konvulsion'.