Twopenny

usgb/ˈtuːpeni/
adjective

Something that is cheap or of low value.

George is so stingy, he would only buy a twopenny gift for his girlfriend's birthday.
Visual representation of "twopenny" - Something that is cheap or of low value.

Often appears as...

  • twopenny gift
  • twopenny bargain

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Informal

Colloquial

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Cultural Nuance

The term can imply disapproval or scorn for something considered unworthy.

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Don't waste your time on these twopenny novels.
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Conversational Use

Often used in casual conversations rather than formal situations.

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He's wearing a twopenny watch, yet he boasts about it.
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Implies Minimal Effort

Suggests that minimal effort or expense was put into acquiring something.

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She decorated the room with twopenny ornaments.
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