15秒了解
- The standard German verb for coughing during a cold or illness.
- Used idiomatically to say 'No way!' to a cheeky friend's request.
- Essential for pharmacy visits and explaining why you are calling in sick.
意思
This word describes the physical act of coughing when you are sick. It also appears in a funny idiom used to refuse a cheeky or unfair request.
关键例句
3 / 6At the doctor's office
Ich muss seit drei Tagen stark husten.
I have been coughing heavily for three days.
Texting a friend about a cold
Ich bleibe zu Hause, ich huste die ganze Zeit.
I'm staying home, I'm coughing all the time.
A friend asks to borrow money for the tenth time
Dir werd' ich was husten!
No way am I doing that for you!
文化背景
Germans take coughing seriously. It is common to see many types of {der|m} Hustensaft in pharmacies, categorized by whether the cough is 'trocken' (dry) or 'festitzend' (stuck/productive). The idiom 'jemandem etwas husten' is particularly popular in Northern Germany and Berlin, where the 'Schnauze' (bluntness) is a point of pride. In Germany, it is expected that you cough into your elbow ({die|f} Armbeuge), not your hand, to prevent the spread of germs.
The Noun vs Verb
Remember that {der|m} Husten is the noun. You 'have' a cough (Ich habe Husten) or you 'cough' (Ich huste).
Idiom Usage
Only use 'Ich werde dir was husten' with people you know well. It can sound quite dismissive.
15秒了解
- The standard German verb for coughing during a cold or illness.
- Used idiomatically to say 'No way!' to a cheeky friend's request.
- Essential for pharmacy visits and explaining why you are calling in sick.
What It Means
husten is the sound your body makes when you have a cold. It is a basic verb for any health-related talk you might have. But wait, there is a secret, fun meaning too! If someone asks for something ridiculous, you can "cough" at them. In this context, it means "No way am I doing that!" It is like a verbal eye-roll for your German friends. You are basically saying their request is so silly it makes you cough.
How To Use It
It is a regular verb, which is great for your grammar. You say ich huste, du hustest, and er hustet. You will often use it with the helper verb müssen. "I must cough" becomes Ich muss husten in German. If you have a persistent cough, the noun is der Husten. Just add an 'S' and you get Hustensaft for cough syrup. It is a very logical and easy word to build on.
When To Use It
Use it at the doctor's office or the local pharmacy. It is perfect for explaining why you are staying home today. Use the idiom Ich werd' dir was husten with close friends. It is a sassy way to say "forget it" or "no way." Imagine a friend asks to borrow your brand-new, expensive bike. That is the perfect moment for a little bit of husten! It shows you have a sense of humor about their request.
When NOT To Use It
Never use the idiom with your boss or a total stranger. They might think you are actually sick or just being rude. Be careful with the pronunciation so it doesn't sound like küssen. Asking a doctor to "kiss" you might lead to an awkward silence! Also, avoid coughing loudly in a quiet German sauna. People go there for total peace and quiet and deep relaxation. If you must cough there, try to do it very quietly.
Cultural Background
Germans are very direct about health and personal illness. If you cough, someone will likely say Gesundheit to you immediately. There is a strong culture of herbal remedies in Germany. You will find many types of Hustentee in every single supermarket. The idiom comes from the idea of blowing air at someone. It is like a verbal "pffft" of dismissal or disbelief. It has been a popular slang expression for many decades.
Common Variations
der Hustenanfall is what you call a sudden coughing fit. Hustenbonbons are cough drops, and Germans absolutely love them. You will see brands like Ricola or Em-eukal everywhere you go. jemandem etwas husten is the main idiomatic phrase you should learn. It adds a bit of spice and personality to your daily German. It makes you sound much more like a local speaker.
使用说明
The verb is neutral and safe for all contexts. The idiom 'jemandem etwas husten' is strictly informal and should only be used in casual settings with people you know well.
The Noun vs Verb
Remember that {der|m} Husten is the noun. You 'have' a cough (Ich habe Husten) or you 'cough' (Ich huste).
Idiom Usage
Only use 'Ich werde dir was husten' with people you know well. It can sound quite dismissive.
Compound Words
Learn 'Hustenbonbon'. It's a great word to use at the supermarket when you have a sore throat.
例句
6Ich muss seit drei Tagen stark husten.
I have been coughing heavily for three days.
A standard way to describe a symptom to a professional.
Ich bleibe zu Hause, ich huste die ganze Zeit.
I'm staying home, I'm coughing all the time.
Simple and direct for informing friends of your status.
Dir werd' ich was husten!
No way am I doing that for you!
This is the idiomatic use showing a playful but firm refusal.
Entschuldigung, ich musste kurz husten.
Sorry, I had to cough for a moment.
A polite apology for making noise in a quiet place.
Das Baby hustet heute Nacht sehr viel.
The baby is coughing a lot tonight.
Used to express concern about a family member's health.
Haben Sie etwas gegen Husten?
Do you have something for a cough?
A key phrase for getting the right medicine in Germany.
自我测试
Fill in the correct form of 'husten'.
Ich bin krank. Ich ____ den ganzen Tag.
The subject is 'Ich', so the verb ending is '-e'.
What does the idiom 'Ich werde dir was husten' mean?
Someone says this to you. What are they doing?
This is a classic German informal refusal.
Match the German word to its English meaning.
1. {der|m} Hustensaft, 2. hüsteln, 3. husten
These are all related to the root 'hust-'.
Complete the dialogue with the correct dative pronoun.
A: Kannst du mir 100 Euro geben? B: Ich werde ____ was husten!
The idiom 'jemandem etwas husten' uses the dative case.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
Husten Vocabulary
Medicine
- • {der|m} Hustensaft
- • {das|n} Hustenbonbon
- • {der|m} Hustentee
练习题库
4 练习Ich bin krank. Ich ____ den ganzen Tag.
The subject is 'Ich', so the verb ending is '-e'.
Someone says this to you. What are they doing?
This is a classic German informal refusal.
将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:
These are all related to the root 'hust-'.
A: Kannst du mir 100 Euro geben? B: Ich werde ____ was husten!
The idiom 'jemandem etwas husten' uses the dative case.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
6 个问题Yes, it follows the standard weak verb conjugation: huste, hustest, hustet, husteten, gehustet.
Yes, metaphorically. If a car is struggling to start, you can say 'Das Auto hustet'.
'Husten' is a full cough. 'Hüsteln' is a small, often intentional clearing of the throat.
It's cheeky and informal. It's not a swear word, but it's definitely not polite.
Usually, you say 'Ich habe Husten' (no article) or 'Der Husten ist schlimm' (with article).
It is {der|m} Hustensaft.
相关表达
hüsteln
similarto cough slightly
keuchen
similarto wheeze/gasp
Pustekuchen!
synonymNo way! / Forget it!
jemandem den Marsch blasen
contrastto give someone a piece of one's mind
