flatulence
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flatulence
A buildup of gases in the gastrointestinal tract that can lead to a bloated feeling, pressure, or pain. The word is very often used in the plural.
Nach dem schweren Essen hatte er starke Blähungen.
After the heavy meal, he had severe flatulence.
The noun 'die Blähung' (flatulence) is derived from the verb 'blähen' (to inflate / to bloat), which means 'aufblasen' (to inflate) or 'sich aufblähen' (to become bloated). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a noun that describes the process or result.
Der Wind blähte die Segel des Schiffes.
The wind filled the ship's sails.
Although the singular form exists, this word is almost always used in everyday language in the plural 'Blähungen' (flatulence / gas). People typically say that they 'Blähungen hat' (has gas) or 'unter Blähungen leidet' (suffers from flatulence).
Bestimmte Teesorten können gegen Blähungen helfen.
Certain types of tea can help with flatulence.
Common verbs used in connection with flatulence are 'haben' (to have), 'bekommen' (to get), 'verursachen' (to cause), and 'leiden unter' (to suffer from). Adjectives that are often used are 'stark' (severe) or 'schmerzhaft' (painful).
Kohlensäurehaltige Getränke können Blähungen verursachen.
Carbonated drinks can cause flatulence.
fart
Both words relate to gas in the digestive system, but they describe different things. „Ein Furz“ is the audible or smellable release of the gas, while „eine Blähung“ refers to the buildup of gas and the resulting feeling of pressure. Use „Blähung“ for the physical problem and „Furz“ for the release of the gas.
Nach der Limonade bekam sie starke Blähungen.
She developed severe flatulence after drinking the soda.
Nach dem Essen entwich ihm ein lauter Furz.
After the meal, he let out a loud fart.
