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übellaunig — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • cantankerous adj Bad-tempered and always ready to argue or complain.
  • feisty adj Full of spirit and energy; not afraid to stand up for oneself.
  • sour adjective Having a sharp, acidic taste, like lemon or vinegar.

Senses

übellaunig is used for these senses in English:

  • cantankerous Given to or marked by an ill-tempered, quarrelsome nature; ill-tempered, cranky, crabby.
  • feisty Belligerent; prepared to stand and fight, especially in spite of relatively small stature or some other disadvantage.
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