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Have you ever been called a 'smarty pants'?

TJKCB 2024-02-21 17:19:08 ( reads)

Have you ever been called a 'smarty pants'?

 
 
 
Jul 23, 2019 — It can be seen as a compliment, as it implies that the person is attractive and healthy. However, some people might find the term offensive. Why?
 
The plain meaning of "Question, what are you a smarty pants at?" is essentially asking what specific area or subject someone is particularly knowledgeable or skilled in. The phrase "smarty pants" is often used in a playful or slightly teasing manner to imply that the person being addressed is clever or knowledgeable about something. So, the question is inquiring about the person's areas of expertise or where they excel.
 

"If you give people the impression you're a smarty-pants, that's no good for sure." 

 
What is smarty pants slang for?
 
 
/?smɑ?ti?pænts/ noun. Britannica Dictionary definition of SMARTY–PANTS. [noncount] informal + disapproving. : a person who talks and behaves like someone who knows everything.
 

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盈盈一笑间

2024-02-21 17:53:01

smart aleck, know-it-all.

盈盈一笑间

2024-02-21 17:54:15

孟子曰,好为人师,人之患也。:)

waterfowl

2024-02-21 22:27:32

I've been called a wise ass a few times. : )