der Tusch
Translation
fanfare, drumroll, flourish
Examples
Der Zirkusdirektor wurde mit einem Tusch begrüßt.
The ringmaster was greeted with a fanfare.
Nach dem Witz gab es einen lauten Tusch.
After the joke, there was a loud drumroll.
Grammar Patterns
to play a fanfare ((einen Tusch spielen)) The band played a fanfare.
with a fanfare ((mit einem Tusch)) He was received with a fanfare.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Fanfare
Etymology
From French 'touche' (touch, keystroke), referring to the striking of instruments.
Memory Tips
Imagine the sound 'tush!' like a cymbal crash or a drumroll, often used in a circus or after a punchline.