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What is the Yiddish word for pretentious?

The Yiddish word for pretentious is פֿאַרשאַלטן (pronounced "farsholten"). It literally translates to "concealed," but in this context, it carries the meaning of "pretentious," "affected," or "trying too hard."

Here are some other Yiddish words that could be used to describe pretentiousness:

* פֿאַרשעמט (farshemt) - ashamed, embarrassed, self-conscious (can be used to describe someone who is trying to be someone they're not)

* אָפּגעקוקט (apgekukt) - copied, imitated, artificial (implies someone trying to be something they're not by copying others)

* גאַנץ (gants) - whole, entire, complete (can be used ironically to describe someone who thinks they're better than others)

It's important to note that these words carry nuances of meaning and can have different connotations depending on the context.

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