sperrig

This is the 15079th most frequent German word.


sperrig

Bulky; hard to handle or awkward.


Here, "sperrig" describes a physical object (the table), emphasizing its large, awkward size that makes it difficult to move.

Der Tisch ist zu sperrig, um durch die Tür zu passen.

The table is too bulky to fit through the door.


In this context, "sperrig" is used metaphorically to describe the text, indicating it is difficult to comprehend due to its complex or awkward construction.

Der Text ist sperrig formuliert und schwer zu verstehen.

The text is clumsily worded and hard to understand.


Here, "sperrig" characterizes the speaker's argument, suggesting it is awkward or not presented in a smooth, natural manner, leading to a lack of persuasion.

Seine sperrige Argumentation überzeugte die Zuhörer nicht.

His cumbersome argument did not convince the audience.