der Spitzname
Translation
nickname, pet name
Examples
Wie ist dein Spitzname?
What is your nickname?
Er hat den Spitznamen 'Langer'.
He has the nickname 'Lofty'.
Sie gab ihm einen lustigen Spitznamen.
She gave him a funny nickname.
Grammar Patterns
to have a nickname ((sth.)) Ich habe keinen Spitznamen.
to give ((sb.)) a nickname ((sth.)) Sie gab ihm einen lustigen Spitznamen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kosename, Beiname; Antonyms: offizieller Name (official name)
Etymology
From 'spitz' (pointed, sharp) + 'Name' (name). It signifies a 'pointed' or specific name that captures a characteristic.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'spit' of a name – a quick, sharp name someone calls you.