Definition and meaning of English word "salty"
salty
/ˈsɔːlti/
How to use
The term 'salty' is often used informally to describe someone who is being negative or bitter, usually due to a past disagreement or a competitive situation. For example, 'He's still salty about losing the game last week.' A common grammatical nuance is that 'salty' can be used as a predicate adjective, as in 'She seems salty today.'
🇬🇧 English
salty/bitter
Example
She gave a salty response during the meeting.
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Common phrases
- salty language— language that is considered rude or obscene
- salty remark— a comment that is meant to be insulting or hurtful
- get salty— to become angry or upset, usually due to a competitive situation
Frequency rank: #1454 in English
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The English word "salty" means "salty/bitter" in English.
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