stochen
Translation
to stoke, to poke
Examples
Er stocht mit einem Stock im Feuer.
He is poking the fire with a stick.
Sie stochte nachdenklich in ihrem Essen.
She poked thoughtfully at her food.
Grammar Patterns
to poke ((in/at sth.)) to poke in/at sth. She poked at her food.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stochern, schüren
Etymology
Cognate with English 'stoke' and related to German 'stechen' (to prick, stab).
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to the English word 'stoke'. Imagine stoking a fire with a poker.