skąpy
stingy, miserly
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈskɔmpɨ/
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Cultural Note
Being 'skąpy' is a serious character flaw in Polish culture, which values hospitality and generosity. A stingy person is seen as selfish. In relationships, stinginess is a major red flag and frequent complaint topic.
📝 Example Sentences
Nie bądź taki skąpy!
Don't be so stingy!
Skąpy mężczyzna nie jest atrakcyjny.
A stingy man is not attractive.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| neuter | skąpe |
| feminine | skąpa |
| masculine | skąpy |
| plural_other | skąpe |
| plural_masculine_personal | skąpi |