sich überschlagen
Translation
to roll over, to overturn, to happen in quick succession, to crack (voice)
Examples
Das Auto hat sich überschlagen.
The car rolled over.
Die Ereignisse überschlugen sich.
The events happened in quick succession.
Seine Stimme überschlug sich vor Aufregung.
His voice cracked with excitement.
Grammar Patterns
(sich4) to roll over The car rolled over.
Similar Words
umkippen (to tip over), stürzen (to fall)
Etymology
From 'über' (over) and 'schlagen' (to hit, beat). The idea is of hitting or throwing oneself over.
Memory Tips
Picture a car hitting ('schlagen') an obstacle and flipping 'über' (over). This visual connects to the meaning 'to roll over'.