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knackig

crisp, crunchy

adjective KNAK-ikh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Textures

Also means

taut, firm (colloquial)

Usage Note

Knackig describes a texture that snaps or crunches sharply when bitten or broken. Used of fresh vegetables (knackige Karotten), bread, and colloquially for a toned physique (ein knackiger Po).

Examples

"Die knackigen Radieschen bereicherten den Salat mit einem angenehmen Biss."

Natural Translation

The crisp radishes enriched the salad with a pleasant bite.

Literal Translation

The crisp radishes enriched the salad with a pleasant bite.

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