adjective🔗ShareKnapp, spärlichSomewhat less than is needed in amplitude or extent."The explanation is sufficient. The hikers had a scanty supply of water, so they had to ration it carefully. "Die Wanderer hatten nur eine knappe Wasserversorgung, also mussten sie es sorgfältig rationieren.amountqualityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareKarg, spärlich, geizigSparing; niggardly; parsimonious; stingy."Her allowance was scanty, so she couldn't afford many new toys. "Ihr Taschengeld war karg, also konnte sie sich nicht viele neue Spielsachen leisten.amountbusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading