zierlich

dainty

adjective TSEER-likh Rare

Origin: from Zier (ornament)

Also means

delicate

Usage Note

zierlich means small and delicately built, often admiringly of a slender person or fine ornament. From Zier (adornment). Compare eine zierliche Tänzerin with the heavier zierliche Verzierungen.

Examples

"Ihre zierlichen Hände bewegten sich über die Tasten."

Natural Translation

Her dainty hands moved over the keys.

Literal Translation

Her dainty hands moved over the keys.

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