It's important to note that while "shtetl" literally translates to "little town," it also has a more colloquial meaning of someone who "tells on someone else," often in a negative way. This connotation stems from the idea of someone in a small town, where everyone knows each other, gossiping or revealing secrets.
Here are some other Yiddish words that can be used for "snitch" depending on the context:
* פּאַטשיק (patshik): This word is used to describe someone who is a gossip or tattletale.
* פּושטאַק (pushtak): This word is similar to "patshik" and refers to someone who talks too much and reveals secrets.
* פֿאַרפּעקלען (farpeklen): This verb means "to pack someone in" or "to betray," and can be used in the context of snitching.
Keep in mind that these words can be used in a variety of contexts, and their meaning can vary slightly depending on the situation.