Dictionary
wankelmut
German → American English
American English
fickleness
Unbeständigkeit des Willens oder der Meinung; Neigung, schnell die Haltung zu ändern.
Ihr Wankelmut erschwerte die Verhandlungen.Wankelmut is a fairly formal noun. It is often used to describe a person's unreliable or changeable nature, and it usually refers to character rather than a single decision.
Frequently asked questions
What does Wankelmut mean in English?
Wankelmut means fickleness, inconstancy, or a changeable nature.
Is Wankelmut a positive or negative word?
It is usually negative. It suggests someone is unreliable, inconsistent, or easily changing their mind.
How do you use Wankelmut in a sentence?
You can say: Sein Wankelmut machte eine Zusammenarbeit schwierig. — His fickleness made working together difficult.
Is Wankelmut the same as launisch?
Not exactly. Launisch means moody, while Wankelmut means fickleness or inconsistency in decisions and behavior.