Gutsy Meaning in English
word
ˈɡətˈsi
GUHT-see
ɡˈʌtsi
GUT-see
Definition
Showing courage, boldness, or a willingness to take risks, especially in difficult situations.
Usage & Nuances
'Gutsy' is informal and positive, often praising someone for brave or bold actions. Common with behaviors unexpectedly brave for someone's age, position, or situation. Don't confuse 'gutsy' with 'guts' (noun for courage); 'gutsy' describes a person or an action.
Spanish: valiente - atrevido - audazPortuguese (BR): corajoso - ousado - atrevidoPortuguese (PT): corajoso - audaz - atrevidoChinese (Simplified): 大胆 - 有勇气Chinese (Traditional): 大膽 - 有勇氣Hindi: साहसी - हिम्मतीArabic: جريء - شجاعBengali: সাহসী - দুর্দান্ত (আচার-আচরণে সাহস) Russian: смелый - отважныйJapanese: 大胆な - 勇気のあるVietnamese: dũng cảm - táo bạoKorean: 대담한 - 용감한Turkish: cesur - gözü pekUrdu: دلیر - جریIndonesian: berani - nekat
Example Sentences
That was a gutsy move!
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She made a gutsy decision to start her own business.
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He's a gutsy player who never gives up.
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That was a pretty gutsy thing to say to your boss.
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I like her—she's got a gutsy attitude and goes for what she wants.
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Everyone thought quitting his job to travel was a gutsy call.
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