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Schmal Eng  Is Literally Difference  And  Meaning Narrow

Front What is the difference between schmal and eng meaning 'narrow'?
Back schmal is only used literally - a narrow path etc. 
eng is used metaphorically (close friend, follow the rules strictly) but also literally to stress how cramped something is.

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