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riposte in German

riposte in German is Riposte, zurückgeben, zurückschießen — riposte means a thrust given in return after parrying an attack.

riposte in German

Riposte
noun
(fencing) A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
zurückgeben
verb
To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.
zurückschießen
verb
To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.

What does "riposte" mean?

  1. noun A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
  2. noun A counter-attack in any combat or any sport.
  3. noun A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.
  4. noun An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "riposte" in German?

"riposte" in German is Riposte, zurückgeben, zurückschießen. riposte means: A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.

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

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "riposte": Riposte, zurückgeben, zurückschießen.

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