Translation of German word "schlecht" to English
schlecht
/ʃleçt/
Meaning
AdjectiveOf low quality.
How to use
schlecht ('bad / poor / sick') is an adjective. Mir ist schlecht — I feel sick / nauseous.
🇬🇧 English
bad
Example
Das Wetter ist heute schlecht.
The weather is bad today.
Das Essen war schlecht und ich habe es nicht gegessen.
The food was bad and I didn't eat it.
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Common phrases
- schlechtes Gewissen— bad / guilty conscience
- mir ist schlecht— I feel sick / nauseous
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What is the definition of the German word "schlecht"?▼
The German word "schlecht" is defined as: "Of low quality."
What does the German word "schlecht" mean?▼
The German word "schlecht" means "bad" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "schlecht"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "schlecht" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "schlecht"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Wetter ist heute schlecht." (which translates as "The weather is bad today.").
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