schießen

This is the 14964th most frequent German word.


schießen

"Schießen" means "to shoot."


In this sentence, 'schießen' refers to the action of propelling the ball, usually with the foot, typically in a sports context such as soccer.

Er schießt den Ball ins Tor.

He shoots the ball into the goal.


Here, 'schießen' describes the act of firing a projectile, typically from a firearm, aimed at a target.

Der Jäger schießt auf das Wild.

The hunter shoots at the game.


In this example, 'schießen' metaphorically conveys the rapid upward growth of plants, often used to describe sudden development or movement.

Die Pflanzen schießen in die Höhe.

The plants shoot up in height.