handzahm

tame, docile

English translations

  1. 01

    tame

Word details

German meaning
So zahm, dass es sich von Menschen berühren und füttern lässt.
English meaning
Tame
Synonym
zahm, gelehrig
German example
Das Kaninchen ist so handzahm, dass es aus der Hand frisst.
English example
The rabbit is so tame that it eats out of your hand.

Example sentences with “handzahm”

  1. Der Vogel ist mittlerweile handzahm. (The bird is now tame.)

Frequently asked questions

Metaphorical usage?

Yes, it can describe someone who has become obedient or harmless.