ricken
Translation
to jerk, to twitch
Examples
Das Pferd rickte nervös mit den Ohren.
The horse twitched its ears nervously.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) ricken ((with sth.dat)) to twitch (sth.) Das Pferd rickte nervös mit den Ohren.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zucken, ruckeln
Etymology
Likely related to German 'Ruck' (a jerk, jolt) and 'rücken' (to move).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'rickety' old cart that gives a 'jerk' or 'rick' as it moves. This is a rare word.