catchy
word
/ˈkæˌtʃi/
/kˈætʃi/
Definition
Something that is easy to remember or attracts your attention, like a song or a slogan.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly for songs, slogans, titles, and advertising. Implies something is memorable and appealing. Often positive, but can hint at being repetitive or overly simple. Common collocations: 'catchy tune', 'catchy jingle', 'catchy phrase'.
Spanish: pegadizo - llamativo (publicidad)Portuguese (BR): marcante - fácil de lembrar (música)Portuguese (PT): marcante - fácil de memorizar (música)Chinese (Simplified): 朗朗上口 - 吸引人的 (广告)Chinese (Traditional): 朗朗上口 - 吸引人的 (廣告)Hindi: आकर्षक - याद रहने वाला (गाना)Arabic: جذاب - سهل التذكر (أغنية)Bengali: আকর্ষণীয় - সহজে মনে থাকে (গান)Russian: запоминающийся - броский (реклама)Japanese: キャッチー - 頭に残る（音楽）Vietnamese: dễ nhớ - thu hút (bài hát)Korean: 귀에 쏙 들어오는 - 인상적인 (광고)Turkish: akılda kalıcı - dikkat çekici (reklam)Urdu: دلکش - یاد رہ جانے والا (گانا)Indonesian: mudah diingat - menarik (lagu)
Example Sentences
That song has a catchy melody.
basic
They're looking for a catchy name for their new product.
basic
She wrote a catchy jingle for the commercial.
basic
The chorus is so catchy, I can't stop singing it.
natural
That ad has a really catchy slogan—everyone remembers it.
natural
If you want people to notice your brand, you need a catchy logo.
natural