swagman in German

swagman in German is Tagelöhner, Wanderarbeiter — swagman means someone, usually without a fixed home, who carries their belongings in a bundle while travelling from place to place looking for work.

swagman in German

Tagelöhner

noun

(Australia, New Zealand, historical) A man who travels around with a swag; specifically, an itinerant person, often seeking work in exchange for food and lodging.

Wanderarbeiter

noun

(Australia, New Zealand, historical) A man who travels around with a swag; specifically, an itinerant person, often seeking work in exchange for food and lodging.

What does "swagman" mean?

noun Someone, usually without a fixed home, who carries their belongings in a bundle while travelling from place to place looking for work.
"She was not afraid of horsemen; but swagmen, going to, or worse, coming from the dismal, drunken little township, a day′s journey beyond, terrified her. One had called at the house today, and asked for tucker."
noun A trader who deals in cheap trinkets or goods of little worth.
noun Someone who buys and resells items they know are stolen.

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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”.

swagman in a sentence

She was not afraid of horsemen; but swagmen, going to, or worse, coming from the dismal, drunken little township, a day′s journey beyond, terrified her. One had called at the house today, and asked for tucker.
The policeman thought it best to surprise the man, since he might be armed, so he disguised himself as a swagman and pounced as the man returned from his bridge-painting job.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "swagman" in German?

"swagman" in German is Tagelöhner, Wanderarbeiter. swagman means: Someone, usually without a fixed home, who carries their belongings in a bundle while travelling from place to place looking for work.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "swagman": Tagelöhner, Wanderarbeiter.

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