herum|turnen
Translation
to romp about, to clamber about, to do gymnastics
Examples
Die Kinder turnen auf dem Spielplatz herum.
The children are romping about on the playground.
Der Affe turnt im Käfig herum.
The monkey is clambering about in the cage.
Grammar Patterns
((on/in sth.dat)) to romp about on/in sth. The children are romping about on the climbing frame.
Similar Words
klettern (to climb), springen (to jump), toben (to romp)
Etymology
From 'herum' (around) + 'turnen' (to do gymnastics). Literally 'to do gymnastics around'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone 'turning' all 'around' ('herum') on gym equipment, like a monkey.