German NOUN B1 Rank 5795

der Knall

bang

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Knall vs Schlag

blow / stroke

Both Schlag and Knall refer to a sudden, loud noise. Schlag is more suitable for a single impact or dull hit, whereas Knall specifically refers to the short, sharp sound of an explosion, a gunshot, or a balloon bursting. Choose Knall when this quality is the focus.

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Knall

Als der Luftballon platzte, hörten wir einen lauten Knall.

When the balloon burst, we heard a loud bang.

Schlag

Als der schwere Karton auf den Boden fiel, hörten wir einen dumpfen Schlag.

When the heavy box fell to the floor, we heard a dull thud.

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