Zwischenruf

heckling call, interjection (from audience)

noun TSVI-shen-roof Rare

Usage Note

Zwischenruf refers specifically to a shout from an audience during a speech or parliament; Zwischenrufe aus den Reihen der Opposition are heckles from the opposition benches. More specific than Einwurf.

Examples

"Die Abgeordneten reagierten mit lauten Zwischenrufen auf die Ankündigung."

Natural Translation

The MPs responded with loud interjections to the announcement.

Literal Translation

The MPs reacted with loud between-calls to the announcement.

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