Verb

brodeln

hat gebrodelt · brodelte
1.

to seethe, to bubble, to boil

(Think of a soup or lava. Also used for conflict brewing under the surface. NOT for "boiling something." "brodeln" is what the hot liquid does, and it's originally about the sound.)
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Examples
  • Die Suppe brodelt leise auf dem Herd.
  • The soup is bubbling quietly on the stove.

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How many meanings does the German word 'brodeln' have?

brodeln has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to seethe, to bubble, to boil .

What is the past tense of 'brodeln'?

hat gebrodelt / brodelte

What is 'brodeln' related to?

This is a standalone entry with no parent word listed.

Where can I learn more about 'brodeln'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.