Translation of German word "Macke" to English
dieMacke
Meaning
NounAn idiosyncrasy; a slight glitch, a mannerism; something unusual about the manner or style of something or someone.
How to use
Macke (slang: 'quirk / flaw / defect') is a feminine noun: die Macke (plural: die Macken). Er hat seine Macken — He has his quirks. Eine Macke haben — To have a screw loose / have a quirk.
🇬🇧 English
quirk/flaw
Example
Jeder Mensch hat irgendeine kleine Macke.
Everyone has some little quirk.
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Common phrases
- eine Macke haben— to have a quirk / be a bit odd / have a screw loose
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What is the definition of the German word "die Macke"?▼
The German word "die Macke" is defined as: "An idiosyncrasy; a slight glitch, a mannerism; something unusual about the manner or style of something or someone."
What does the German word "die Macke" mean?▼
The German word "die Macke" means "quirk/flaw" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Macke"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Jeder Mensch hat irgendeine kleine Macke." (which translates as "Everyone has some little quirk.").
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