hunger
der Kohldampf
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hunger
A colloquial term for intense hunger, especially in the expression 'Kohldampf schieben' (to be really hungry).
Ich habe seit dem Frühstück nichts gegessen und schiebe jetzt richtig Kohldampf.
I haven't eaten anything since breakfast, and now I'm really hungry.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Kohldampfs |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Kohldampf | – |
| accusative | den Kohldampf | – |
| dative | dem Kohldampf | – |
| genitive | des Kohldampfs des Kohldampfes | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Learn 'Kohldampf schieben' (to be really hungry) as a fixed expression: 'Kohldampf' (hunger) is normally used without an article here. The verb 'schieben' (to push) does not describe movement in this expression.
Nach der langen Wanderung schieben wir alle Kohldampf.
After the long hike, we're all really hungry.
'Kohldampf haben' (to be really hungry) is also common. With an intensifying adjective, 'einen' is often used, as in 'einen riesigen Kohldampf haben' or 'einen mächtigen Kohldampf haben' (both meaning to be extremely hungry).
Hoffentlich ist das Essen bald fertig, ich habe einen riesigen Kohldampf.
I hope the food is ready soon; I'm extremely hungry.
'Kohldampf' (hunger) works well for expressing how hungry you are in a casual, slightly exaggerated way. In a dinner invitation or a message to friends, the word can add a humorous tone.
Kommt vorbei und bringt ordentlich Kohldampf mit – wir grillen heute!
Come over and bring a big appetite—we're having a barbecue today!
