skimpy in German
skimpy in German is dürftig, knapp, sparsam — skimpy means too small, thin, or scanty; not generous in amount or coverage.
skimpy in German
dürftig
Small or inadequate; not generous; diminutive.
knapp
Small or inadequate; not generous; diminutive.
sparsam
Small or inadequate; not generous; diminutive.
spärlich
Small or inadequate; not generous; diminutive.
knapp
(of a garment) Very small, light, or revealing.
What does "skimpy" mean?
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adj Too small, thin, or scanty; not generous in amount or coverage.
"The portion at that restaurant was pretty skimpy for the price."
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skimpy in a sentence
- The portion at that restaurant was pretty skimpy for the price.
- She wore a skimpy outfit to the beach party.
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What is "skimpy" in German?
"skimpy" in German is dürftig, knapp, sparsam. skimpy means: Too small, thin, or scanty; not generous in amount or coverage.
How do you use "skimpy" in a sentence?
Example: "The portion at that restaurant was pretty skimpy for the price." In German, "skimpy" is dürftig, knapp, sparsam.
Are there other ways to say "skimpy" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "skimpy": dürftig, knapp, sparsam, spärlich.
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