No. 6,420 in German
eddy
The German word "Eddy" refers to a small whirlwind or circular movement in water or air.
In a sentence
Eine kleine Wasserwirbel, die sich im Fluss bildet, wird als 'Wirbel' bezeichnet.
A small whirlpool that forms in the river is called 'Wirbel'.
In this sentence, 'Wirbel' (translated to 'eddy') refers to a physical phenomenon, specifically a fluid dynamic occurrence.
Der Künstler Eddie erzeugt Wirbel in der Kunstwelt mit seiner neuesten Ausstellung.
The artist Eddie causes a stir in the art world with his latest exhibit.
Here, 'Wirbel' metaphorically represents 'disruption' or 'stir', illustrating a societal impact.
Die Luft um die Ecken des Gebäudes erzeugt oft Wirbel, wenn der Wind stark bläst.
The air around the corners of the building often forms eddies when the wind blows strongly.
'Wirbel' in this case indicates movements of air forming circular patterns caused by wind interactions.
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