runzeln

to wrinkle, furrow the brow

verb RUN-tseln Rare

Usage Note

Runzeln is most commonly found in the phrase die Stirn runzeln = to furrow the brow in puzzlement or disapproval. Also used for skin wrinkling with age.

Examples

"Sie runzelte die Stirn, als sie die unklare Anweisung las."

Natural Translation

She furrowed her brow as she read the unclear instruction.

Literal Translation

She wrinkled the forehead when she the unclear instruction read.

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