leer in German

leer in German is anzügliches Grinsen, lüsterner Blick, anzüglich blicken — leer means to look at someone sideways in a way that suggests sexual desire or ill intent.

leer in German

anzügliches Grinsen

noun

A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.

lüsterner Blick

noun

A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.

anzüglich blicken

verb

(intransitive) To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.

schielen

verb

(intransitive) To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.

What does "leer" mean?

verb To look at someone sideways in a way that suggests sexual desire or ill intent.
"The stranger leered at her from across the bar."
noun An unpleasant sideways glance, often suggesting lust or malice.
"She caught his leer and quickly looked away."

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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”.

leer in a sentence

The stranger leered at her from across the bar.
He leered at the pastries in the shop window, practically drooling.
She caught his leer and quickly looked away.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "leer" in German?

"leer" in German is anzügliches Grinsen, lüsterner Blick, anzüglich blicken. leer means: To look at someone sideways in a way that suggests sexual desire or ill intent.

How do you use "leer" in a sentence?

Example: "The stranger leered at her from across the bar." In German, "leer" is anzügliches Grinsen, lüsterner Blick, anzüglich blicken.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "leer": anzügliches Grinsen, lüsterner Blick, anzüglich blicken, schielen.

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