casanova
word
kaz-uh-NOH-vuh
kaz-uh-NOH-vuh
Definition
A casanova is a man who is very charming and is known for having many romantic relationships; often used to describe someone who flirts a lot or is a womanizer.
Usage & Nuances
Often informal and sometimes lightly negative or humorous. Used for men only. Commonly found in phrases like 'He's a real casanova.' Avoid using it as a compliment; it usually implies superficial or unserious romance.
Spanish: casanova - mujeriegoPortuguese (BR): casanova - mulherengoPortuguese (PT): casanova - mulherengoChinese (Simplified): 花花公子 - 多情男子Chinese (Traditional): 花花公子 - 多情男子Hindi: अय्यास आदमी - रंगीन मिज़ाज व्यक्तिArabic: زير نساء - مغازلBengali: কাসানোভা - নারীলোভী - প্রেমিক পুরুষRussian: казанова - ловелас - бабникJapanese: カサノバ - 女たらしVietnamese: casanova - kẻ đào hoa - trai lăng nhăngKorean: 카사노바 - 바람둥이Turkish: çapkın - casanovaUrdu: کاسانووا - عورتوں کا رسیا - زن بازIndonesian: casanova - playboy - buaya darat
Example Sentences
Lisa warned her friend about the new casanova at work.
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Many stories are told about the famous casanova in town.
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Don't fall for Mark—he's a real casanova.
natural
Every party needs a casanova to keep things interesting.
natural
She laughed and called him a casanova when he flirted with every girl.
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Tom is a casanova who dates many women.
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