der Schwachkopf
dimwit, fool
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈʃvaxˌkɔpf/
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Cultural Note
Schwachkopf (literally 'weak-head') is a mild insult implying someone is not thinking clearly. It's less vulgar than 'Idiot' but still dismissive. German has many creative head-based insults: Dummkopf, Hohlkopf, Wirrkopf.
📝 Example Sentences
So ein Schwachkopf!
What a dimwit!
Sei kein Schwachkopf, denk nach!
Don't be a fool, think!
Nur ein Schwachkopf würde das glauben.
Only a fool would believe that.