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Spöttelei — meaning in English

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English meaning

jibe noun A joking or insulting comment aimed at someone.
quip noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.

Senses

Spöttelei is used for these senses in English:

jibe A facetious or insulting remark; a jeer, a taunt.
quip A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.

quip — full definition

noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
verb To make such a remark.

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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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