Deftig Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Deftig" is used as adjective with the meaning of "hearty", "substantial" or "rich".

Essential properties of "deftig"

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Properties

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  • Comparative: deftiger
  • Superlative: am deftigsten

Meanings of "deftig" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Hearty, rich, and strongly flavored food"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das deftige Essen war genau das Richtige nach der Wanderung.The hearty meal was just right after the hike.
  2. Er bevorzugt deftige Mahlzeiten, besonders im Winter.He prefers hearty meals, especially in winter.
  3. Eine deftige Suppe wärmt an kalten Tagen.A hearty soup warms you on cold days.

2.) "Direct, blunt, or unvarnished language/behavior"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Seine deftige Sprache überraschte die Zuhörer.His blunt language surprised the audience.
  2. Sie gab ihm eine deftige Antwort.She gave him a blunt answer.
  3. Die Kritik war deftig, aber ehrlich.The criticism was blunt, but honest.
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