scrawny, skin and bones, emaciated
Extrem dünn, hager und körperlich sehr schwach wirkend.
Extremely thin, gaunt, and physically weak.
☞ Often used in a derogatory or sympathetic tone.
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Nach der Krankheit sah er klapperdürr aus.— After the illness, he looked scrawny.
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Ein klapperdürrer Junge stand vor der Tür.— A skinny boy was standing in front of the door.
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Er ist mittlerweile völlig klapperdürr geworden.— He has become completely emaciated by now.
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