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skin and bones in German

skin and bones in German is Haut und Knochen, ein Strich in der Landschaft.

skin and bones in German

Haut und Knochen

noun

A person or an animal that is emaciated or very thin, as from lack of nutrition.

ein Strich in der Landschaft

noun

A person or an animal that is emaciated or very thin, as from lack of nutrition.

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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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What is "skin and bones" in German?

"skin and bones" in German is Haut und Knochen, ein Strich in der Landschaft.

Are there other ways to say "skin and bones" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "skin and bones": Haut und Knochen, ein Strich in der Landschaft.

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