protzig
ostentatious · flashy
The German word "protzig" is an adjective that means "ostentatious," "showy," or "pretentious." It is typically used to describe something or someone that displays a lack of modesty or subtlety, often in a way that is meant to impress others.
Similar words in German include "schwülstig" (flowery or overblown), "auffällig" (conspicuous), and "prätentiös" (pretentious).
While "protzig" specifically implies a boastful display of wealth or grandeur, "auffällig" broadly refers to anything that stands out or is attention-grabbing, and "prätentiös" can have a more intellectual connotation, referring to people or ideas that aim to appear more important or talented than they really are.
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Examples
Manche Leute finden dieses Haus protzig.adjective
Some people find this house ostentatious.
Er trug eine auffällig protzige Uhr zu der Feier.adjective
He wore a conspicuously flashy watch to the party.
Die Gäste fanden ihre protzige Kleidung unpassend für den Anlass.adjective
The guests found her flashy clothes inappropriate for the occasion.
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