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小偷 — meaning in English

xiǎo tōu

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English meaning

robber noun A person who steals from someone, typically using force or the threat of force.
snitch verb To inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group.

Senses

小偷 is used for these senses in English:

pilferer One who pilfers.
robber (crime) A person who robs.
snitch (slang) A thief.

snitch — full definition

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

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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