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
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Griff
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Stiel
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Schaft
The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
Gelegenheit
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
Handhabe
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
Hebel
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
Einnahmen aus Spieleinsätzen
(gambling) The gross amount of wagering within a given period of time or for a given event at one of more establishments.
Klinke
(gambling) The gross amount of wagering within a given period of time or for a given event at one of more establishments.
Griffigkeit
(textiles) The tactile qualities of a fabric, e.g., softness, firmness, elasticity, fineness, resilience, and other qualities perceived by touch.
Alias
(slang) A name or nickname, especially as an identifier over the radio or Internet.
Deckname
(slang) A name or nickname, especially as an identifier over the radio or Internet.
Spitzname
(slang) A name or nickname, especially as an identifier over the radio or Internet.
Bezeichner
(computing) A reference to an object or structure that can be stored in a variable.
Identifikator
(computing) A reference to an object or structure that can be stored in a variable.
2-Liter-Spirituosenflasche
(US) A half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol.
Zweiliterflasche
(US) A half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol.
befühlen
(transitive) To touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s).
berühren
(transitive) To touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s).
an die Hand gewöhnen
(transitive, rare) To accustom to the hand; to take care of with the hands.
bedienen
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
hantieren (mit)
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
umgehen mit
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
abfertigen
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
abhandeln
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
erledigen
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
fertigwerden mit
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
umgehen mit
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
What does "handle" mean?
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noun The part of an object that is designed to be gripped by hand.
"The kettle has a plastic handle that stays cool to the touch."
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noun A username or nickname someone uses online or over radio.
"Pick a handle that is easy to remember and doesn't give away personal details."
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verb To touch, hold, or manage something with the hands.
"Wear gloves when you handle the old photographs so they stay clean."
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verb To deal with or cope with a situation, person, or emotion.
"Can you handle the pressure of working to such tight deadlines?"
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handle in a sentence
- The kettle has a plastic handle that stays cool to the touch.
- The handle on the old suitcase finally snapped.
- Pick a handle that is easy to remember and doesn't give away personal details.
- Over the radio, the lorry driver's handle was Night Owl.
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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 kettle has a plastic handle that stays cool to the touch." 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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