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paddeln

to paddle (in water); to doggy-paddle

verb PAD-eln Rare
Body & Health Movement

Origin: from English paddle

Usage Note

paddeln means moving through water using arm movements, either with a paddle or the doggy-paddle swimming technique. Kanu paddeln (to paddle a canoe) is a popular leisure activity in Germany.

Examples

"Wir paddelten gemütlich den Fluss entlang und genossen die Stille."

Natural Translation

We paddled leisurely along the river and enjoyed the silence.

Literal Translation

We paddled leisurely the river along and enjoyed the silence.

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