schwindlig
be dizzy
The German word 'schwindlig' is used to describe the feeling of dizziness or lightheadedness. It can be used both as an adjective and as a verb. For example, one might say 'Ich bin schwindlig' (I am dizzy) or 'Das Bild dreht sich und macht mich schwindlig' (The picture is spinning and making me dizzy).
Example sentences using: schwindlig
Mir ist schwindlig.
I am dizzy.
This is a direct expression used when experiencing dizziness. The term 'schwindlig' translates to 'dizzy' in English. When 'Mir ist...' is used at the beginning of the sentence, it signifies that the person is feeling a certain way. In this case, the person is feeling dizzy.
Wenn ich zu schnell aufstehe, wird mir schwindlig.
If I stand up too fast, I get dizzy.
This expresses a conditional situation where the subject might feel dizzy if certain conditions are met. In this example, the condition is standing up too fast. 'Schwindlig' indicates the sensation of dizziness that follows.
Leidest du unter Schwindeligkeit?
Do you suffer from dizziness?
In this question, the speaker asks another person if they experience recurring or persistent dizziness. Again, 'Schwindeligkeit' is translated directly to 'dizziness'. This phrase may be used in a medical context or in a general conversation about health.