unverschämt
cheeky / rude
Bold, impudent, or disrespectful in a way that violates the limits of decency.
EXAMPLE
Es ist unverschämt, in der Schlange einfach vorzudrängeln.
It's rude to simply push ahead in line.
unverschämt
cheeky / outrageous
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Meanings
unverschämt
outrageously
Used colloquially to express an extreme or exaggerated degree, often in relation to prices, luck, or beauty.
EXAMPLE
Für so eine kleine Wohnung 1500 Euro Miete zu verlangen, ist unverschämt teuer.
To ask 1,500 euros in rent for such a small apartment is outrageously expensive.
Usage tips
Word structure
The word consists of the prefix 'un-' (not) and the adjective 'verschämt' (shy, full of shame). Someone who is 'unverschämt' (cheeky/rude) therefore acts without shame and respect.
EXAMPLE
Seine unverschämte Art macht ihn bei den Kollegen unbeliebt.
His cheeky manner makes him unpopular with his colleagues.
Context clue
If 'unverschämt' (cheeky/rude) refers to a person or their behavior, it means 'frech' (cheeky/rude). If it refers to a quality such as a price, luck, or beauty, it means 'extreme' or 'surprising.'
EXAMPLE
Das war eine unverschämte Frage!
That was a rude question!
As an intensifier
In its colloquial meaning, 'unverschämt' (outrageously) functions like an adverb that intensifies another adjective or state to an extreme degree. It often expresses surprise or disbelief.
EXAMPLE
Das neue Smartphone ist unverschämt teuer.
The new smartphone is outrageously expensive.
Compare with
unverschämt vs unmöglich
impossible
Unmöglich and unverschämt can both be used to judge behavior as extremely rude. Unverschämt more specifically describes a bold or disrespectful violation of boundaries, while unmöglich also applies to other forms of completely unacceptable behavior. Use unverschämt when the cheekiness is the main point, and unmöglich for a more general condemnation.
unverschämt
Es war unverschämt, dass er die ältere Frau einfach beiseitedrängte.
It was outrageous that he simply pushed the older woman aside.
unmöglich
Es war unmöglich, dass er die Gäste den ganzen Abend warten ließ.
It was completely unacceptable that he made the guests wait all evening.
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