adjective
geizig
stingy
The German word "geizig" is an adjective meaning "stingy" or "miserly".
- It is not a compound but a standalone adjective.
- It describes a person who is unwilling to share or spend money or resources.
Similar words in German:
- knauserig (miserly)
- sparsam (frugal, thrifty)
- billig (cheap, in the sense of unwilling to spend money)
Differences:
- Geizig has a negative connotation implying selfishness or greed.
- Sparsam has a positive or neutral connotation, referring to careful or prudent use of resources.
- Knauserig is very close to "geizig" but sometimes implies a bit more petty thriftiness.
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Examples
Manche Leute wirken unglaublich geizig in bestimmten Situationen.adjective
Some people seem incredibly stingy in certain situations.
Kinder können manchmal geizig mit ihren Spielsachen sein.adjective
Children can sometimes be stingy with their toys.
Der geizige Mann hinterließ kein Trinkgeld.adjective
The stingy man left no tip.
Sie war geizig und teilte das Essen nicht.adjective
She was stingy and did not share the food.
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