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sticheln
German → American English
American English
to tease
sich mit spitzen, oft ironischen oder spöttischen Bemerkungen leicht ärgern oder provozieren
Er stichelt ständig gegen seine Rivalen. — He keeps teasing his rivals.Sticheln is often used for small, pointed, slightly mocking remarks. It can sound playful or irritating depending on context, so be careful in formal situations.
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What does "sticheln" mean in English?
"Sticheln" means "to tease," often in a sly, sarcastic, or mildly annoying way.
Is "sticheln" positive or negative?
It can be playful, but it often has a negative or irritating nuance because it suggests pointed remarks.
What is a good example sentence with "sticheln"?
Sie stichelt gern gegen ihre Kollegen. — She likes to tease her colleagues.