Also means
striped in an irregular pattern
Usage Note
Getigert describes an irregular striped pattern resembling a tiger's coat — used almost exclusively for cats (getigerter Kater = tabby cat) but occasionally for other striped patterns. A common, everyday adjective in descriptions of animals and fabrics.
Examples
"Der getigerte Kater schlief zusammengerollt auf dem Sofa."
Natural Translation
The tabby cat slept curled up on the sofa.
Literal Translation
The tiger-striped cat slept curled-up on the sofa.
Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
- angelaufen tarnished, discoloured
- ansehnlich attractive, presentable, considerable
- anthrazitfarben anthracite-coloured, dark charcoal grey
- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- auffällig conspicuous, striking
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
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