hinterlistig #vocab & Max & Moritz (Podcast S02E29)

Today, we talk about the German word “hinterlistig”. What does “hinterlistig” mean?

deceitfulAdjectiveHyphenationhin·ter·lis·tig, comparative: hin·ter·lis·ti·ger, superlative: am hin·ter·lis·tigs·ten

PronunciationIPA: [ˈhɪntɐˌlɪstɪç], [ˈhɪntɐˌlɪstɪk]

Meaning[1] in the manner of a guile; seeming harmless, but very dangerous; wickedness that seeks to harm others

Synonyms[1] fraudulently, devious, treacherous

Max and Moritz are very deceitful.

Examples[1] The insidious pranks of Max and Moritz still delight children.

[1] This is deceitful of Eugenio.

[1] The animal tormentor was particularly treacherous by luring his victims with treats.