kiebig
snappy; grumpy; irritable
English translations
- 01
snug
- 02
cozy
- 03
comfortable
Word details
- German meaning
- Sauer, herb im Geschmack; auch: mürrisch, unfreundlich.
- English meaning
- sour, tart; grumpy, unfriendly
- Synonym
- gehässig, mürrisch
- German example
- Die Äpfel sind noch etwas kiebig.
- English example
- The apples are still a bit tart.
- Comparative
- kiebigerSuperlative: am kiebigsten
Example sentences with “kiebig”
Warum bist du heute so kiebig? (Why are you so snappy today?)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'kiebig' a regional word?
Yes, it is colloquial and primarily used in Northern Germany to describe someone who is short-tempered or grumpy.