krempeln
Translation
to roll up, to turn up, to turn inside out
Examples
Er krempelte die Ärmel hoch.
He rolled up his sleeves.
Sie krempelte die Tasche auf links.
She turned the bag inside out.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) krempeln to roll up (sth.) Er krempelte die Ärmel hoch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hochrollen, aufrollen, umstülpen
Etymology
The origin is uncertain, but it might be related to 'Krempe', the brim of a hat.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'crimping' or 'crumpling' your sleeves by rolling them up.