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auftupfen — meaning in English

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English meaning

dab verb To touch something lightly and repeatedly with a soft object, without rubbing.

Senses

auftupfen is used for these senses in English:

dab (transitive) To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.
dab (transitive) To apply a substance in this way.

dab — full definition

verb To touch something lightly and repeatedly with a soft object, without rubbing.
verb To perform the "dab," a dance move where you drop your head and raise an arm, resting your face in the crook of your elbow.
noun A small amount of something soft or wet.

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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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