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No. 14,997 in German

schräge

"Schräge" in English means "slant," "tilt," or "diagonal."

In a sentence

  • Die schräge Wand machte das Anbringen eines Regals schwierig.

    The slanted wall made it difficult to mount a shelf.

    Here, 'schräge' describes the incline or slant of a physical object, emphasizing its physical property.

  • Sein Humor ist wirklich schräg.

    His humor is really quirky.

    Here, 'schräg' is used to express an unconventional or odd characteristic in a humorous context.

  • Die schräge Melodie des Liedes zog meine Aufmerksamkeit auf sich.

    The unusual melody of the song caught my attention.

    Here, 'schräge' reflects the unusual or atypical nature of something musical, highlighting its uniqueness.

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