niesen
Translation
to sneeze
Examples
Ich muss die ganze Zeit niesen.
I have to sneeze all the time.
Halt dir die Hand vor den Mund, wenn du niest.
Hold your hand in front of your mouth when you sneeze.
Grammar Patterns
to sneeze I have to sneeze.
Similar Words
Synonyms: husten (to cough), schniefen (to sniffle)
Etymology
From Old High German 'niosan', related to the English word 'sneeze'.
Memory Tips
The sound 'nie-' sounds a bit like the build-up to a sneeze. Remember to say 'Gesundheit!' after someone sneezes.