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Wumms
/vʊms/
a loud, sudden impact or crash
Der Wumms war so laut, dass alle zusammenzuckten.
The crash was so loud that everyone jumped.
informal
a loud, sudden impact or crash, often with a sense of force or violence
Der Wumms des Aufpralls war bis ins Haus zu hören.
The impact's crash was audible even inside the house.
Often used to describe the sound of a collision, explosion, or other forceful event.
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'Wumms' to emphasize the loudness or force of an impact in casual conversation.
Word Origin
Onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of a loud impact.
Usage Notes
Primarily used in informal contexts to describe loud, sudden noises or impacts.
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