good-for-nothing in German

good-for-nothing in German is unbrauchbar, untauglich, nutzlos.

good-for-nothing in German

unbrauchbar

adj

(idiomatic) Useless; worthless.

untauglich

adj

(idiomatic) Useless; worthless.

nutzlos

adj

(idiomatic) Useless; worthless.

unnütz

adj

(idiomatic) Useless; worthless.

Nichtsnutz

noun

A person of little worth or usefulness.

Taugenichts

noun

A person of little worth or usefulness.

Krattler

noun

A person of little worth or usefulness.

Tunichtgut

noun

A person of little worth or usefulness.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "good-for-nothing" in German?

"good-for-nothing" in German is unbrauchbar, untauglich, nutzlos.

Are there other ways to say "good-for-nothing" in German?

Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "good-for-nothing": unbrauchbar, untauglich, nutzlos, unnütz, Nichtsnutz, Taugenichts.

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