espieta — meaning in English

English meaning

• snitch verb To inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group.
• telltale noun Something that gives away or reveals a fact, often one meant to stay hidden.

Senses

espieta is used for these senses in English:

• snitch (slang) An informer, one who betrays their group.
• telltale One who divulges private information with intent to hurt others.

snitch — full definition

1. verb To inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group.
2. verb To steal something quickly and quietly.
3. noun A person who informs on others, especially to authority.

telltale — full definition

1. noun Something that gives away or reveals a fact, often one meant to stay hidden.
2. noun A warning light or indicator that signals a problem.
3. adj Revealing something that was meant to be concealed.

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