Steif Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Steif" is mainly used as adjective meaning "stiff", "rigid" or "inflexible". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "steif"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Stiff, rigid, inflexible"

"Steif", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der steife Wind machte das Gehen schwer.The stiff wind made walking difficult.
  2. Sein steifer Kragen war unbequem.His stiff collar was uncomfortable.
  3. Die steife Haltung wirkte unnatürlich.The stiff posture seemed unnatural.

2.) "Stiffly, rigidly, inflexibly"

"Steif", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er stand steif da und sagte nichts.He stood stiffly there and said nothing.
  2. Sie bewegte sich steif durch den Raum.She moved stiffly through the room.
  3. Er lächelte steif in die Kamera.He smiled stiffly into the camera.
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