uptight in German
uptight in German is verklemmt — uptight means overly strict, anxious, or rigid about rules and behaviour; unable to relax.
uptight in German
verklemmt
(colloquial) Excessively concerned with rules and order, always serious.
What does "uptight" mean?
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adj Overly strict, anxious, or rigid about rules and behaviour; unable to relax.
"Don't be so uptight — it's just a joke."
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uptight in a sentence
- Don't be so uptight — it's just a joke.
- He got uptight whenever anyone was late to a meeting.
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What is "uptight" in German?
"uptight" in German is verklemmt. uptight means: Overly strict, anxious, or rigid about rules and behaviour; unable to relax.
How do you use "uptight" in a sentence?
Example: "Don't be so uptight — it's just a joke." In German, "uptight" is verklemmt.
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