burning
das Brennen
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burning sensation
A burning, hot, or stinging feeling in the body.
Nach dem langen Blick in die Sonne spürte sie ein starkes Brennen in den Augen.
After looking at the sun for a long time, she felt a strong burning sensation in her eyes.
burning
The process in which something burns and is consumed or changed by fire or intense heat.
Das Brennen des Holzes erzeugte viel Rauch.
The burning of the wood produced a lot of smoke.
distilling
The production of alcohol through distillation, especially spirits made from fruit or grain.
Das Brennen von Obst ist in dieser Region eine alte Tradition.
Distilling fruit is an old tradition in this region.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Brennens |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Brennen | – |
| accusative | das Brennen | – |
| dative | dem Brennen | – |
| genitive | des Brennens | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Das Brennen' (burning) is the nominalized form of the verb 'brennen' (to burn) and refers to a process. It is often followed by 'von' (of/from) with the material or object to which the process relates.
Das Brennen von Holz erzeugt Wärme.
The burning of wood produces heat.
Beim Brennen von Obst entsteht ein starkes Aroma.
Distilling fruit produces a strong aroma.
For a physical sensation, 'das Brennen' (burning sensation) is often used with verbs such as 'spüren' (to feel) or 'fühlen' (to feel). Common location phrases include 'in den Augen' (in the eyes), 'im Hals' (in the throat), or 'auf der Haut' (on the skin).
Nach der Behandlung spürte er ein unangenehmes Brennen auf der Haut.
After the treatment, he felt an unpleasant burning sensation on his skin.
With this process, words such as 'Holz' (wood), 'Kohle' (coal), 'Rauch' (smoke), 'Asche' (ashes), or 'Feuer' (fire) indicate the meaning related to combustion. 'Das Brennen' (burning) is often used with a material introduced by 'von' (of/from).
Beim Brennen von Kohle bleibt viel Asche zurück.
Burning coal leaves a lot of ash behind.
In the sense of producing alcohol, 'das Brennen' (distilling) is especially often associated with fruit, grain, mash, spirits, or a distillery. The meaning is therefore often tied to an agricultural or craft context.
Das Brennen von Äpfeln ist in dieser kleinen Brennerei ein wichtiger Teil der Arbeit.
Distilling apples is an important part of the work at this small distillery.
