VERB
einkesseln/ˈaɪ̯nˌkɛsl̩n/to encircle; to hem in; to surround (military)
einkesseln is a German verb that means to encircle, to hem in, or to surround (military). It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nˌkɛsl̩n/.
Definitions
1.to surround or encircle completely, especially militarily(military, also figurative)
a.to enclose hostile troops so that escape is impossible
Die feindlichen Truppen wurden von der Armee eingekesselt.—The enemy troops were encircled by the army.
b.(figurative) to corner or trap someone
Die Polizei konnte den Verdächtigen in einem Gebäude einkesseln.—The police were able to trap the suspect in a building.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "einkesseln" mean in English?
- "einkesseln" means to encircle, to hem in, or to surround (military). It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "einkesseln"?
- "einkesseln" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nˌkɛsl̩n/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "einkesseln"?
- "einkesseln" is a verb in German.
