scratching

• Die Handlung oder das Geräusch des Kratzens; auch die DJ-Technik des Scratchings.

The action or sound of scraping a surface with something sharp; a DJ technique of moving a vinyl record back and forth on a turntable to create rhythmic sounds.

1. The act or sound of scraping a surface with a sharp object.B1formal

   The continuous rubbing of a pointed or rough element against a surface, often producing a characteristic grating or rustling noise; the noise itself.

   Handlung oder Geräusch des Kratzens mit einem scharfen Gegenstand.

   • The persistent scratching of the tree branches against the window disturbed her sleep.
   • All that could be heard was the soft scratching of pencils on paper during the test.
   • A faint scratching from the chimney suggested a trapped bird.
   • The scratching of the dog at the back door signaled it wanted to come inside.
   • She was woken by a scratching noise coming from inside the walls.

   Synonymeabrasiongratingraspingscrapescrapingscratch

2. A DJ technique of moving a vinyl record back and forth on a turntable.B2formalart

   A method in turntablism where a vinyl record is manually rotated backward and forward while the needle rests in the groove, producing distinctive rhythmic, percussive sounds, central to hip-hop and electronic music performance.

   Scratching — DJ-Technik mit Vinylplatten

   • The DJ's rapid scratching added an electrifying layer to the beat.
   • He spent years perfecting his scratching technique using classic hip-hop records.
   • The track featured an extended scratching solo that brought the crowd to its feet.
   • Modern controllers often emulate the feel of vinyl scratching.
   • Turntablist competitions judge competitors solely on their scratching and mixing skills.

   Synonymescratch

• Verb, das das Kratzen oder Schaben mit etwas Spitzem oder Rauem auf einer Oberfläche bezeichnet, oft um Juckreiz zu lindern oder eine Markierung zu hinterlassen.

A verb used to indicate the act of rubbing or scraping a surface with something sharp or rough, often to relieve an itch or mark a surface.

1. Rub with nailsA1formal

   To rub a part of the body with fingernails, especially to relieve itching.

   Kratzen

   • He scratched his arm where the mosquito bit him.
   • She scratched her head while thinking.
   • The dog scratched its ear with its paw.

2. Damage surfaceA2formal

   To make a mark or cut on a surface with something sharp.

   Zerkratzen

   • The cat scratched the new sofa.
   • He accidentally scratched the car door with his key.
   • The table surface was scratched from years of use.

   Synonymeabradecutgougegrazescorescrapescuff

3. Cancel or removeB2informal

   To cancel or withdraw from a plan, event, or competition.

   Absagen

   • We had to scratch the trip due to bad weather.
   • The team scratched their entry from the tournament.
   • She scratched the idea after realizing it was too expensive.

   Synonymecall offcanceldeletedropeliminatescrubwithdraw

   Antonymeaddincludekeepretain

Phrasal-Variantenscratch alongscratch offscratch outscratch up