Crappy: meaning, definitions and examples

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crappy

 

[ ˈkræpi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

informal usage

The term 'crappy' is used to describe something that is of very poor quality or disappointing. It is often used in casual conversation to express dissatisfaction or distaste. 'Crappy' conveys a sense of frustration or unhappiness with the situation or object being described. The word is commonly used to express negative feelings or reactions in a lighthearted manner.

Synonyms

bad, inferior, poor, substandard, terrible.

Examples of usage

  • The movie was really crappy.
  • I had a crappy day at work.
  • These shoes are so crappy that they hurt my feet.

Translations

Translations of the word "crappy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ruim

🇮🇳 बुरा

🇩🇪 schlecht

🇮🇩 jelek

🇺🇦 поганий

🇵🇱 zły

🇯🇵 悪い (わるい)

🇫🇷 mauvais

🇪🇸 malo

🇹🇷 kötü

🇰🇷 나쁜 (nappeun)

🇸🇦 سيء (sayyi')

🇨🇿 špatný

🇸🇰 zlý

🇨🇳 糟糕 (zāogāo)

🇸🇮 slab

🇮🇸 slæmur

🇰🇿 жаман

🇬🇪 ცუდი (tsudi)

🇦🇿 pis

🇲🇽 malo

Etymology

The word 'crappy' originated as a variation of the word 'crap,' which itself can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have been derived from the French word 'crappe,' meaning 'chaff' or 'refuse.' 'Crap' initially referred to something worthless or of no value. 'Crappy' emerged as an informal adjective in the 20th century, likely influenced by colloquial speech. The usage of 'crappy' has become widespread in English-speaking countries, emphasizing a casual and often humorous tone when describing something unsatisfactory. Over time, it has been embraced in various contexts, from personal expressions of dissatisfaction to broader cultural references.