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handle in German

handle in German is Henkel, Griff, Stiel — handle means the part of an object that is designed to be gripped by hand.

handle in German

Henkel
noun
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Griff
noun
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Stiel
noun
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Schaft
noun
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Gelegenheit
noun
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
Handhabe
noun
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
Hebel
noun
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
Einnahmen aus Spieleinsätzen
noun
(gambling) The gross amount of wagering within a given period of time or for a given event at one of more establishments.
Klinke
noun
(gambling) The gross amount of wagering within a given period of time or for a given event at one of more establishments.
Griffigkeit
noun
(textiles) The tactile qualities of a fabric, e.g., softness, firmness, elasticity, fineness, resilience, and other qualities perceived by touch.
Alias
noun
(slang) A name or nickname, especially as an identifier over the radio or Internet.
Deckname
noun
(slang) A name or nickname, especially as an identifier over the radio or Internet.
Spitzname
noun
(slang) A name or nickname, especially as an identifier over the radio or Internet.
Bezeichner
noun
(computing) A reference to an object or structure that can be stored in a variable.
Identifikator
noun
(computing) A reference to an object or structure that can be stored in a variable.
2-Liter-Spirituosenflasche
noun
(US) A half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol.
Zweiliterflasche
noun
(US) A half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol.
befühlen
verb
(transitive) To touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s).
berühren
verb
(transitive) To touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s).
an die Hand gewöhnen
verb
(transitive, rare) To accustom to the hand; to take care of with the hands.
bedienen
verb
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
hantieren (mit)
verb
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
umgehen mit
verb
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
abfertigen
verb
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
abhandeln
verb
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
erledigen
verb
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
fertigwerden mit
verb
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
umgehen mit
verb
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.

What does "handle" mean?

  1. noun The part of an object that is designed to be gripped by hand.
    "The handle on the old suitcase finally snapped."
  2. noun A username or nickname someone uses online or over radio.
    "Her Twitter handle is different from her real name."
  3. verb To touch, hold, or manage something with the hands.
    "Please handle the artwork carefully; it's fragile."
  4. verb To deal with or cope with a situation, person, or emotion.
    "He didn't know how to handle the bad news."

handle in a sentence

  • The handle on the old suitcase finally snapped.
  • Turn the door handle slowly so it doesn't creak.
  • Her Twitter handle is different from her real name.
  • Please handle the artwork carefully; it's fragile.

Similar words in German

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "handle" in German?

"handle" in German is Henkel, Griff, Stiel. handle means: The part of an object that is designed to be gripped by hand.

How do you use "handle" in a sentence?

Example: "The handle on the old suitcase finally snapped." In German, "handle" is Henkel, Griff, Stiel.

Are there other ways to say "handle" in German?

Yes — German has 27 translations listed for "handle": Henkel, Griff, Stiel, Schaft, Gelegenheit, Handhabe.

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