pointy
word
/ˈpɔɪnti/
/pˈɔɪnti/
Definition
Having a sharp tip or end that comes to a point; not flat or rounded.
Usage & Nuances
'Pointy' is informal and describes objects or features (like noses, shoes, mountains) with a sharp or noticeably pointed end. Similar to 'pointed' but less formal. Not used for dangerous sharpness (like knives), but for shapes.
Spanish: puntiagudo - puntiagudaPortuguese (BR): pontudo - pontudaPortuguese (PT): pontiagudo - pontiagudaChinese (Simplified): 尖的 - 尖尖的Chinese (Traditional): 尖的 - 尖尖的Hindi: नुकीलाArabic: مدببBengali: নোঙরা - শিরিষ - ধারালো (বক্রতাপূর্ণ) Russian: острый - заострённыйJapanese: とがったVietnamese: nhọn - đầu nhọnKorean: 뾰족한Turkish: sivriUrdu: نوکیلاIndonesian: runcing
Example Sentences
The cat has pointy ears.
basic
He wore pointy shoes to the party.
basic
Be careful with the pointy sticks.
basic
That mountain has a really pointy peak.
natural
Can you grab the pointy scissors for me?
natural
Her new haircut makes her face look more pointy.
natural