taut in German
taut in German is gespannt, angespannt — taut means pulled or stretched tight, with no slack.
taut in German
gespannt
(also, figuratively) Under tension, like a stretched bowstring, rope, or sail; tight.
angespannt
(figuratively) Experiencing anxiety or stress.
What does "taut" mean?
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adj Pulled or stretched tight, with no slack.
"He pulled the rope taut before tying it off."
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adj Firm and toned, without excess softness — describing muscles or a body.
"Years of training had left her stomach taut and strong."
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adj Tense with anxiety or nervous strain.
"The room fell into a taut silence as the results were read out."
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adj Tightly controlled and free of excess, especially describing writing or plotting.
"The thriller was praised for its taut, economical prose."
taut in a sentence
- He pulled the rope taut before tying it off.
- The sail was taut against the wind.
- Years of training had left her stomach taut and strong.
- The room fell into a taut silence as the results were read out.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "taut" in German?
"taut" in German is gespannt, angespannt. taut means: Pulled or stretched tight, with no slack.
How do you use "taut" in a sentence?
Example: "He pulled the rope taut before tying it off." In German, "taut" is gespannt, angespannt.
Are there other ways to say "taut" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "taut": gespannt, angespannt.
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