ungeschickt
clumsily · clumsy
The German word "ungeschickt" is an adjective that means "awkward" or "clumsy." It is composed of the prefix "un," which denotes negation, added to "geschickt," meaning "skillful" or "adept." Therefore, "ungeschickt" describes a lack of skill or grace in movement or action.
Similar words in German include "tollpatschig" (clumsy), "ungelenk" (awkward), and "linkisch" (awkward or bungling).
The distinction between these terms generally involves the nuances in the type of clumsiness: while "tollpatschig" often refers to someone unusually clumsy or goofy, "ungelenk" conveys more about physical awkwardness, and "linkisch" might imply a lack of social grace in addition to physical clumsiness. "Ungeschickt" carries a broader meaning, focusing on general ineptitude.
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Examples
Er fängt ungeschickt den Ball.adjective
He clumsily catches the ball.
Er ist etwas ungeschickt im Umgang mit Werkzeug.adjective
He is somewhat clumsy in handling tools.
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