anstellig

capable; handy; skillful

Word details

German meaning
Geschickt, ordentlich und fähig; sich gut benehmend.
English meaning
Well-behaved
Synonym
geschickt, fähig
German example
Das anstellige Kind half im Haushalt mit.
English example
The well-behaved child helped with the housework.
Comparative
anstelligerSuperlative: am anstelligsten

Example sentences with “anstellig”

  1. Sie ist sehr anstellig bei der Arbeit. (She is very capable at work.)

Frequently asked questions

How is 'anstellig' used in a sentence?

It is an adjective used to describe someone who is quick to learn or dexterous. It is often used with 'sein'.