Suchen
to cruise
01
eine Kreuzfahrt machen
to go on vacation by a ship or boat
Intransitive: to cruise somewhere
Example
For their anniversary, the couple decided to cruise around the Caribbean.
Instead of the usual road trip, the family opted to cruise along the European coastline.
The retirees planned to cruise across the Mediterranean, visiting historical sites.
02
bummeln, herumtreiben
to wander about an area in a relaxed manner, often with the intention of finding interesting sights, experiences, or hidden gems
Intransitive: to cruise somewhere
Example
In the quiet hours of the morning, the photographer would cruise through the city 's alleys.
During the festival, visitors could cruise through the market stalls.
Nature lovers often cruise through the botanical gardens, marveling at the diversity of plant life.
03
kreuzen, fahren
to travel at a consistent and efficient speed
Intransitive
Example
The cyclist adjusted the bike 's gears to cruise on the flat terrain
The pilot instructed the airplane crew to cruise at a specific altitude and speed.
The ship captain directed the crew to cruise at a moderate speed once they reached open waters.
04
herumstreifen, flirten
to seek a casual romantic or sexual partner by moving about a specific area
Transitive: to cruise a place
Example
In college, many students cruise campus events, parties, and gatherings as a way to explore romantic possibilities.
Some people prefer to cruise festivals and events, appreciating the opportunity to meet like-minded individuals.
After a breakup, Sarah decided to cruise the local bars in hopes of meeting new people.
05
leicht gewinnen, gemütlich erreichen
to win or achieve something with little or no effort
Intransitive: to cruise to an achievement
Example
The seasoned chess player could strategically plan his moves, allowing him to cruise to success in the tournament.
Despite tough competition, the experienced team managed to cruise to victory.
Despite the formidable opponent, the chess grandmaster managed to cruise to championship.
Cruise
01
Kreuzfahrt
a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations
Example
The river cruise took passengers through picturesque villages and historic landmarks along the Rhine River.
The cruise director organized daily activities and events to keep passengers entertained during the transatlantic crossing.
She enjoyed the onboard entertainment and dining options during her cruise to Alaska, admiring the stunning scenery from the deck.
Beispiel
For their anniversary, the couple decided to cruise around the Caribbean.
Instead of the usual road trip, the family opted to cruise along the European coastline.
The retirees planned to cruise across the Mediterranean, visiting historical sites.
Seeking adventure, the solo traveler decided to cruise through the South Pacific, hopping from one exotic island to another.
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