blechern

tinny, made of tin

English translations

  1. 01

    tinny

  2. 02

    sheet metal

  3. 03

    flimsy

Word details

German meaning
Aus Blech gemacht oder wie Blech klingend; oft abwertend für billig oder minderwertig.
English meaning
tinny
Synonym
metallisch
German example
Die Musik aus dem alten Radio klang blechern.
English example
The music from the old radio sounded tinny.

Example sentences with “blechern”

  1. Die Stimme klang blechern aus dem Radio. (The voice sounded tinny from the radio.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'blechern' used for sound?

Yes, it is the standard adjective for describing a thin, metallic, or poor-quality sound.