checkered in German
checkered in German is kariert, schachbrettartig, wechselvoll — checkered means patterned with a grid of alternating light and dark squares.
checkered in German
kariert
Divided into a grid of squares of alternating colours or shades, or into light and dark patches.
schachbrettartig
Divided into a grid of squares of alternating colours or shades, or into light and dark patches.
wechselvoll
(figurative) Changeable; inconsistent; having variations or uncertainty; marked by many problems or failures.
What does "checkered" mean?
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adj Patterned with a grid of alternating light and dark squares.
"The racers crossed the finish line beneath a checkered flag."
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adj Marked by ups and downs, controversy, or a mix of successes and failures.
"The politician had a checkered past full of scandals and comebacks."
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checkered in a sentence
- The racers crossed the finish line beneath a checkered flag.
- She wore a checkered skirt to the interview.
- The politician had a checkered past full of scandals and comebacks.
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What is "checkered" in German?
"checkered" in German is kariert, schachbrettartig, wechselvoll. checkered means: Patterned with a grid of alternating light and dark squares.
How do you use "checkered" in a sentence?
Example: "The racers crossed the finish line beneath a checkered flag." In German, "checkered" is kariert, schachbrettartig, wechselvoll.
Are there other ways to say "checkered" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "checkered": kariert, schachbrettartig, wechselvoll.
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