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zackig

jagged, serrated

adjective TSAK-ikh Rare

Also means

brisk, snappy (colloquial)

Usage Note

Ruderboot is a small boat propelled by oars. Hiring a Ruderboot on a park lake is a classic German leisure activity. It differs from a Tretboot (pedal boat) and a Schlauchboot (inflatable dinghy). Neuter: das Ruderboot.

Examples

"Der zackige Gebirgskamm hob sich scharf gegen den Abendhimmel ab."

Natural Translation

The jagged mountain ridge stood out sharply against the evening sky.

Literal Translation

The jagged mountain ridge stood itself sharply against the evening sky off.

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