charming
word · lemma: charm
/ˈtʃɑɹmɪŋ/
CHAR-ming
/tʃˈɑːmɪŋ/
CHAR-ming
Definition
Pleasant and attractive in a warm, friendly way that makes people like someone or something. It can describe a person, a place, or behavior that feels delightful and appealing.
Usage & Nuances
Common and positive adjective. Often used for personality, smiles, small towns, hotels, or old houses: 'a charming host', 'a charming village'. Stronger and warmer than just 'nice', but usually less focused on physical beauty than 'beautiful' or 'handsome'.
Spanish: encantador - encantadoraPortuguese (BR): encantador - charmosoPortuguese (PT): encantador - simpáticoChinese (Simplified): 迷人的 - 讨人喜欢的Chinese (Traditional): 迷人的 - 討人喜歡的Hindi: मनोहर - आकर्षकArabic: ساحر - جذّابBengali: আকর্ষণীয় - মোহনীয়Russian: очаровательный - обаятельныйJapanese: 魅力的な - 愛らしいVietnamese: duyên dáng - quyến rũKorean: 매력적인 - 사랑스러운Turkish: büyüleyici - çekiciUrdu: دلکش - پُرکششIndonesian: menawan - memesona
Example Sentences
She has a charming smile.
basic
We stayed in a charming little hotel.
basic
He was very charming at dinner.
basic
Their new apartment isn't big, but it is really charming.
natural
I know he's charming, but I still don't trust him.
natural
The café looks charming at night with all those lights.
natural