puppet in German

puppet in German is Marionette, Handpuppe — puppet means a doll-like figure of a person or animal moved by strings, rods, or a hand inside it.

puppet in German

Marionette

noun

Any small model of a person or animal able to be moved by strings or rods, or in the form of a glove.

Handpuppe

noun

Any small model of a person or animal able to be moved by strings or rods, or in the form of a glove.

Marionette

noun

(figuratively) A person, country, etc, controlled by another.

What does "puppet" mean?

noun A doll-like figure of a person or animal moved by strings, rods, or a hand inside it.
"The children laughed as the puppet danced on its strings."
noun A person, government, or organization that is controlled by another and only appears to act independently.
"Critics called the new regime a puppet government installed by its powerful neighbor."
verb To control or manipulate someone or something as if it were a puppet.
"The board accused him of trying to puppet the committee's decisions."

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

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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”.

puppet in a sentence

The children laughed as the puppet danced on its strings.
She performed the whole show using hand puppets.
Critics called the new regime a puppet government installed by its powerful neighbor.
The board accused him of trying to puppet the committee's decisions.

Similar words in German

dummy figurehead marionette mouthpiece pawn stooge

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "puppet" in German?

"puppet" in German is Marionette, Handpuppe. puppet means: A doll-like figure of a person or animal moved by strings, rods, or a hand inside it.

How do you use "puppet" in a sentence?

Example: "The children laughed as the puppet danced on its strings." In German, "puppet" is Marionette, Handpuppe.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "puppet": Marionette, Handpuppe.

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