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wackelig — meaning in English

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English meaning

rickety adj Weak, shaky, or unstable, typically because of poor construction or age.
wobbly adj Unsteady, shaky, or likely to wobble.

Senses

wackelig is used for these senses in English:

rickety Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.
wobbly Unsteady and tending to wobble.

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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”.

Related German words

wacklig klapprig gebrechlich tatterig rachitisch