kiebig

snappy; grumpy; irritable

English translations

  1. 01

    snug

  2. 02

    cozy

  3. 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”

  1. 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.