What does "exigua" mean in English?

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Spanish

exigua

English

scanty

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Alternative translations of "exigua"

meager
insufficient
limited
inadequate

Examples of how to use "exigua" in Spanish

Spanish
Recibió una exigua recompensa.
English
He received a meager reward.
Spanish
La ración era muy exigua para todos.
English
The ration was very meager for everyone.
Spanish
Tienen una casa exigua pero acogedora.
English
They have a modest but cozy house.
Spanish
Su contribución fue exigua y simbólica.
English
Their contribution was modest and symbolic.
Spanish
La explicación fue exigua y confusa.
English
The explanation was scant and confusing.

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Recibió una exigua recompensa.

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