wiry in German
wiry in German is drahtig — wiry means lean and muscular, with visible strength rather than bulk.
wiry in German
drahtig
Thin, muscular and flexible.
What does "wiry" mean?
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adj Lean and muscular, with visible strength rather than bulk.
"The marathon runner had a wiry build that seemed built for endurance."
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adj Resembling wire in texture, especially stiff or springy hair or fur.
"The terrier had a coarse, wiry coat that needed regular brushing."
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wiry in a sentence
- The marathon runner had a wiry build that seemed built for endurance.
- Despite his wiry frame, he could lift far more than expected.
- The terrier had a coarse, wiry coat that needed regular brushing.
- His wiry gray hair stuck out in every direction.
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What is "wiry" in German?
"wiry" in German is drahtig. wiry means: Lean and muscular, with visible strength rather than bulk.
How do you use "wiry" in a sentence?
Example: "The marathon runner had a wiry build that seemed built for endurance." In German, "wiry" is drahtig.
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