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pihtailla — meaning in English

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English meaning

skimp verb To spend or use less of something than is really needed, to save money or effort.
stint noun A period of time spent doing a particular job or activity.

Senses

pihtailla is used for these senses in English:

stint (intransitive) To be sparing or mean.

stint — full definition

noun A period of time spent doing a particular job or activity.
verb To be sparing or stingy with something.

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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”.

Related Finnish words

pinnata nuukailla pihdata pihistellä aika jakso kausi sirri lopettaa vaieta säästää