schmiegsam

supple; pliable; cuddly

English translations

  1. 01

    pliable

  2. 02

    flexible

  3. 03

    compliant

  4. 04

    tractable

Word details

German meaning
Weich, anschmiegsam und flexibel.
English meaning
Supple
German example
Das Kleid ist aus einem schmiegsamen Stoff.
English example
The dress is made of a supple fabric.
Comparative
schmiegsamerSuperlative: am schmiegsamsten
Opposite of
fitting, adaptable in shape or otherwiseunschmiegsam

Example sentences with “schmiegsam”

  1. Das Leder ist weich und schmiegsam. (The leather is soft and supple.)

Frequently asked questions

What is 'schmiegsam' used for?

Materials or even personalities.