listig — meaning in English Dutch → English · translate English → Dutch instead English meaning shrewd adj Showing sharp, practical judgment, especially in business or dealing with people. sly adjective Cleverly deceptive or secretive, often in a mischievous way. tricky adj Difficult to handle or figure out because of hidden complications. Senses listig is used for these senses in English: shrewd Artful, tricky or cunning. tricky Adept at using deception. Related Dutch words schrander sluw netelig netelige listige