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Spielzeug — meaning in English

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English meaning

knack noun A natural skill or ability for doing something well, often something that seems to come easily.
toy noun An object made for a child (or sometimes an adult) to play with.

Senses

Spielzeug is used for these senses in English:

knack A petty contrivance; a toy.
toy Something to play with, especially as intended for use by a child. [from 16th c.]

toy — full definition

noun An object made for a child (or sometimes an adult) to play with.
verb To handle, play with, or fiddle with something idly, without serious purpose.
adjective Describing something small, simplified, or not built for serious real-world use.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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