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verhohnepipeln
German → American English
American English
mock
Jemanden spöttisch, scherzhaft oder beleidigend nachahmen oder lächerlich machen.
Er verhohnepipelte seinen Freund wegen dessen alberner Frisur.Use verhohnepipeln only in informal, playful, or humorous contexts. It sounds colloquial and somewhat old-fashioned, so in neutral writing, verspotten or lächerlich machen is usually better.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „verhohnepipeln“ mean in English?
It means to mock, tease, or make fun of someone in a rather playful or ironic way.
Is „verhohnepipeln“ a formal word?
No. It is informal, humorous, and somewhat old-fashioned, so it is usually not used in formal language.
What is the difference between „verhohnepipeln“ and „verspotten“?
Verhohnepipeln is more playful and colloquial, while verspotten is more neutral and common.