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Kritzelei — meaning in English

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English meaning

doodle verb To draw or scribble absent-mindedly, usually while thinking about something else.
scribble verb To write or draw quickly and carelessly.

Senses

Kritzelei is used for these senses in English:

doodle A small mindless sketch, etc.
scribble Careless, hasty writing, doodle or drawing

doodle — full definition

verb To draw or scribble absent-mindedly, usually while thinking about something else.
noun A small, careless sketch made without much thought or purpose.

scribble — full definition

verb To write or draw quickly and carelessly.
noun Hasty, careless writing or drawing.

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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”.

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