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trippeln

to trip along, take small quick steps

verb TRIP-peln Rare

Usage Note

Trippeln denotes quick, small steps — typical of a child in excitement, a bird, or someone wearing tight clothing. It has a light, slightly fussy quality.

Examples

"Das Kind trippelte aufgeregt zur Tür."

Natural Translation

The child tripped excitedly to the door.

Literal Translation

The child tripped excitedly to the door.

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