spitzig

pointy

adjective SHPIT-sikh Rare

Origin: from Spitze (point)

Also means

tapering

Usage Note

spitzig is a variant of spitz meaning tapering to a point, slightly more colloquial or regional. Use spitz in most modern contexts; spitzig survives for pointed shapes like ein spitziger Hut.

Examples

"Der Zwerg trug einen spitzigen roten Hut."

Natural Translation

The dwarf wore a pointy red hat.

Literal Translation

The dwarf wore a pointy red hat.

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