petty
US /ˈpet̬.i/
UK /ˈpet̬.i/
1.
insignificante, trivial
of little importance; trivial
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Don't bother me with your petty complaints.
No me molestes con tus quejas insignificantes.
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The argument was over a petty sum of money.
La discusión fue por una suma insignificante de dinero.
2.
mezquino, insignificante
of a person or their behavior) characterized by an undue concern with trivial matters, especially in a malicious or spiteful way
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He's so petty, always complaining about minor things.
Es tan mezquino, siempre quejándose de cosas menores.
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Her petty jealousy ruined the evening.
Su mezquina envidia arruinó la noche.