steif

stiff; rigid

English translations

  1. 01

    stiff

Word details

German meaning
Steif bedeutet unbeweglich, fest oder ungelenk; auch förmlich oder unnatürlich im Verhalten.
English meaning
stiff
Synonym
unbeweglich, starr
German example
Nach dem langen Sitzen war mein Nacken ganz steif.
English example
After sitting for a long time, my neck was very stiff.
Comparative
steiferSuperlative: am steifsten

Example sentences with “steif”

  1. Mein Nacken ist heute total steif. (My neck is totally stiff today.)

Frequently asked questions

Can 'steif' describe a person?

Yes, it can mean someone is acting formal, awkward, or lacking flexibility.