Usage Note
hinken describes an uneven, limping gait due to pain or injury. Figuratively ein Vergleich hinkt means a comparison is flawed — a very common idiomatic use.
Examples
"Nach der Verletzung hinkte er einige Wochen lang."
Natural Translation
After the injury he limped for several weeks.
Literal Translation
After the injury limped he some weeks long.
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