Kind of Meaning in English
expression
ˈkaɪnd/ /ˈəv
KYN-duhv
kˈaɪnd/ /ˈɒv
KYND-ov
Definition
This expression means 'a little', 'somewhat', or 'sort of'. It shows that something is true to a small or partial degree.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, especially in spoken English. Often used before adjectives or verbs ('kind of tired', 'kind of want'). Can also soften statements; not the same as 'kind' (the noun) or 'type of'. Sometimes pronounced as 'kinda' in casual speech.
Spanish: un poco - algo - más o menosPortuguese (BR): um pouco - meio - mais ou menosPortuguese (PT): um pouco - meio - mais ou menosChinese (Simplified): 有点儿 - 有些Chinese (Traditional): 有點 - 有些Hindi: थोड़ा - कुछ हद तकArabic: نوعًا ما - قليلاًBengali: একটু - কিছুটা - মোটামুটিRussian: немного - вроде - типаJapanese: ちょっと - なんとなくVietnamese: hơi - kiểu như - phần nàoKorean: 약간 - 좀Turkish: biraz - azıcık - gibiUrdu: تھوڑا - کچھ حد تکIndonesian: agak - rada - sedikit
Example Sentences
I'm kind of hungry.
basic
She is kind of sad today.
basic
This movie is kind of funny.
basic
I'm kind of busy right now, can I call you later?
natural
It was kind of awkward when no one said anything.
natural
He kind of forgot about my birthday, but it's okay.
natural