VERB
pfeifen/ˈp͡faɪ̯fɱ̍/to whistle; to pipe; to hiss
pfeifen is a German verb that means to whistle, to pipe, or to hiss. It is pronounced /ˈp͡faɪ̯fɱ̍/. In conjugation, the simple past is "pfiff" and the past participle is "gepfiffen".
Definitions
1.to produce a sound by blowing air through pursed lips or using a whistle(make a whistling sound)
a.to whistle with the mouth for fun or as a signal
Sie kann sehr laut pfeifen.—She can whistle very loudly.
b.to blow a whistle (with the instrument)
Der Schiedsrichter pfeift das Spiel an.—The referee blows the whistle to start the game.
2.to make a high-pitched or shrill sound (of things, wind, etc.)(emit a high-pitched sound)
a.to emit a shrill noise
Der Wind pfeift durch die Bäume.—The wind whistles through the trees.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | pfeifen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | pfeife |
| Present (du) | pfeifst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | pfeift |
| Preterite (ich) | pfiff |
| Participle II | gepfiffen |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | pfiffe |
| Imperative (singular) | pfeif |
| Imperative (plural) | pfeift |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "pfeifen" mean in English?
- "pfeifen" means to whistle, to pipe, or to hiss. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "pfeifen"?
- "pfeifen" is pronounced /ˈp͡faɪ̯fɱ̍/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "pfeifen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "pfeifen" is "gepfiffen", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "pfeifen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "pfeifen" becomes "pfiff" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "pfeifen"?
- "pfeifen" is a verb in German.
