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zappeln — meaning in English

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English meaning

fidget verb To move restlessly or make small nervous movements.
wriggle verb To twist and turn the body with quick, small movements; to squirm.

Senses

zappeln is used for these senses in English:

fidget (intransitive) To wiggle or twitch; to move the body, especially the fingers, around nervously or idly.
wriggle (intransitive) To twist one's body to and fro with short, writhing motions; to squirm.

wriggle — full definition

verb To twist and turn the body with quick, small movements; to squirm.
verb To use clever or evasive means to escape a difficult situation.

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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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