English–German

“greasy” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛt/

Example

Ich mag fettes Essen nicht.

I don't like greasy food.

Illustration for fett (greasy)

How to say “greasy” in German

“Greasy” in German is fett.

A thick fullness that can feel greasy in food, broad in a body, or powerful and exciting in informal praise.

Full entry for fett: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with fett

Der fettige Geschmack bleibt lange im Mund.

The greasy flavor remains in the mouth for a long time.

Tips for using fett

  • The adjective stays lowercase as fett, but the related noun is capitalized as Fett; its ending changes in phrases such as fettes Essen.

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