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herumfahren.

to drive around (an obstacle, etc.) [with um]

11 characters4 syllables approx.Deutsch language

Meaning & usage

verb[hɛˈʁʊmˌfaːʁən]
  1. to drive around (an obstacle, etc.) [with um]

    class-6 · strong
    Sie müssen um die Baustelle herumfahren.
  2. to turn around suddenly

    class-6 · strong
  3. to cruise (to drive around aimlessly)

    class-6 · colloquial · strong
  4. to chauffeur (to transport someone in a motor vehicle)

    class-6 · colloquial · strong
    Die Kinder werden von den Eltern in der Stadt herumgefahren.
  5. to stroke, swipe (to make quick, aimless movements)

    class-6 · colloquial · strong
    er fuhr mit der Hand in ihren Haaren herum
  6. to gesticulate, to gesture vigorously

    class-6 · strong
Where this word comes from

From herum- + fahren.

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