timid in German
timid in German is schüchtern, furchtsam, ängstlich — timid means easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.
timid in German
schüchtern
Lacking in courage or confidence.
furchtsam
Lacking in courage or confidence.
ängstlich
Lacking in courage or confidence.
zaghaft
Lacking in courage or confidence.
zag
Lacking in courage or confidence.
verzagt
Lacking in courage or confidence.
What does "timid" mean?
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adj Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.
"The timid puppy hid behind the sofa when guests arrived."
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timid in a sentence
- The timid puppy hid behind the sofa when guests arrived.
- She gave a timid answer, unsure if she was right.
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What is "timid" in German?
"timid" in German is schüchtern, furchtsam, ängstlich. timid means: Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.
How do you use "timid" in a sentence?
Example: "The timid puppy hid behind the sofa when guests arrived." In German, "timid" is schüchtern, furchtsam, ängstlich.
Are there other ways to say "timid" in German?
Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "timid": schüchtern, furchtsam, ängstlich, zaghaft, zag, verzagt.
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