piffle in German

piffle in German is Blödsinn, Quatsch, Unsinn — piffle means to act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.

piffle in German

Blödsinn

noun

Nonsense, foolish talk.

Quatsch

noun

Nonsense, foolish talk.

Unsinn

noun

Nonsense, foolish talk.

quatschen

verb

To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.

plappern

verb

To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.

quasseln

verb

To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.

schwatzen

verb

To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.

What does "piffle" mean?

verb To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.
verb To waste, to fritter away.
verb To be squeamish or delicate.

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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 "piffle" in German?

"piffle" in German is Blödsinn, Quatsch, Unsinn. piffle means: To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.

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

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "piffle": Blödsinn, Quatsch, Unsinn, quatschen, plappern, quasseln.

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