wehrig

defensive; capable of defense

English translations

  1. 01

    weary

  2. 02

    tired

  3. 03

    fatigued

Word details

German meaning
Bereit, sich zu verteidigen oder Widerstand zu leisten; abwehrend.
English meaning
Defensive, resistant
German example
Das Kind reagierte wehrig, als es geimpft werden sollte.
English example
The child reacted defensively when it was supposed to be vaccinated.
Comparative
wehrigerSuperlative: am wehrigsten

Example sentences with “wehrig”

  1. Das wehrige Tier verteidigte sein Revier. (The defensive animal protected its territory.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'wehrig' a common German word?

No, it is archaic or specialized, often used in literary or historical contexts relating to defense or combat readiness.