saucy in German

saucy in German is soßenartig, frech, keck — saucy means cheeky or disrespectful in a way that comes across as playful or amusing rather than genuinely rude.

saucy in German

soßenartig

adj

Similar to sauce; having the consistency or texture of sauce.

frech

adj

(figurative) Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or amusing; smart.

keck

adj

(figurative) Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or amusing; smart.

kess

adj

(figurative) Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or amusing; smart.

frech

adj

Impudently bold; pert.

schamlos

adj

Impudently bold; pert.

gewagt

adj

Mildly erotic.

What does "saucy" mean?

adj Cheeky or disrespectful in a way that comes across as playful or amusing rather than genuinely rude.
"The kid gave a saucy grin before running off with the last cookie."
adj Mildly flirtatious or suggestive.
"The advert had a saucy tagline that got people talking."

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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”.

saucy in a sentence

The kid gave a saucy grin before running off with the last cookie.
She fired back a saucy reply that had the whole room laughing.
The advert had a saucy tagline that got people talking.

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "saucy" in German?

"saucy" in German is soßenartig, frech, keck. saucy means: Cheeky or disrespectful in a way that comes across as playful or amusing rather than genuinely rude.

How do you use "saucy" in a sentence?

Example: "The kid gave a saucy grin before running off with the last cookie." In German, "saucy" is soßenartig, frech, keck.

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

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "saucy": soßenartig, frech, keck, kess, schamlos, gewagt.

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