Smitten Meaning in English
word
/ˈsmɪtən/
SMIT-uhn
/smˈɪtən/
s-MIT-uhn
Definition
Feeling suddenly and strongly in love with someone, or being deeply attracted or charmed by something or someone.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used informally for strong romantic crushes, but can also describe being charmed by things or experiences. Common with 'with' ("smitten with"). Not used for long-term love—emphasizes the sudden, overwhelming feeling.
Spanish: enamorado - cautivadoPortuguese (BR): apaixonado - encantadoPortuguese (PT): apaixonado - encantadoChinese (Simplified): 迷恋的 - 被吸引的Chinese (Traditional): 著迷的 - 被吸引的Hindi: दीवाना - मोहितArabic: مفتون - مغرمBengali: মুগ্ধ - আকৃষ্টRussian: влюблённый - очарованныйJapanese: 夢中 - ぞっこんVietnamese: say mê - mê mẩnKorean: 홀딱 반한 - 매혹된Turkish: vurulmuş - büyülenmişUrdu: مفتون - دلباختهIndonesian: terpikat - jatuh hati
Example Sentences
He is smitten with his new girlfriend.
basic
She looked smitten after their first date.
basic
I was smitten by the beauty of the city.
basic
Ever since she met him, she's been totally smitten.
natural
I'm kind of smitten with this little coffee shop.
natural
You can tell by the way he smiles—he's completely smitten.
natural