ungelenk
clumsy, awkward, stiff
English translations
- 01
clumsy
- 02
awkward
- 03
ungainly
Word details
- German meaning
- Sich steif und unbeholfen bewegend; ohne Anmut oder Geschicklichkeit.
- English meaning
- Clumsy
- Synonym
- unbeholfen, steif
- German example
- Er bewegte sich ungelenk über die Tanzfläche.
- English example
- He moved clumsily across the dance floor.
- Comparative
- ungelenkerSuperlative: am ungelenksten
Related words
Example sentences with “ungelenk”
Seine Bewegungen waren etwas ungelenk. (His movements were somewhat clumsy.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'ungelenk' only for physical movement?
It can also describe someone's writing style or speech, meaning it lacks fluidity or grace.