furtive in German
furtive in German is verstohlen, heimlich, geheim — furtive means done secretly or slyly, often to avoid detection.
furtive in German
verstohlen
Of a thing: done with evasive or guilty secrecy.
heimlich
Of a person or an animal: sly, stealthy.
geheim
Of a person or an animal: sly, stealthy.
tarnen
Of a person or an animal: sly, stealthy.
What does "furtive" mean?
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adj Done secretly or slyly, often to avoid detection.
"He gave a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping through the door."
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furtive in a sentence
- He gave a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping through the door.
- Their furtive whispers made the teacher suspicious.
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What is "furtive" in German?
"furtive" in German is verstohlen, heimlich, geheim. furtive means: Done secretly or slyly, often to avoid detection.
How do you use "furtive" in a sentence?
Example: "He gave a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping through the door." In German, "furtive" is verstohlen, heimlich, geheim.
Are there other ways to say "furtive" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "furtive": verstohlen, heimlich, geheim, tarnen.
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