dashing
word · lemma: dash
/ˈdæʃɪŋ/
/dˈæʃɪŋ/
Definition
Someone who is dashing is stylish, attractive, and full of energy or confidence, especially in a way that makes them seem romantic or heroic.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for men; usually formal or semi-formal. Suggests a mix of style, confidence, and a charming, adventurous spirit. Common collocations: "dashing young man", "dashing hero", "look dashing". Not used for casual appearances or behavior.
Spanish: apuesto - elegante - gallardoPortuguese (BR): charmoso - atraente - elegantePortuguese (PT): charmoso - atraente - eleganteChinese (Simplified): 帅气 - 风度翩翩Chinese (Traditional): 帥氣 - 風度翩翩Hindi: स्मार्ट - आकर्षकArabic: وسيم - أنيقBengali: স্মার্ট - আকর্ষণীয়Russian: обаятельный - привлекательный - лихойJapanese: ハンサムな - 魅力的なVietnamese: đẹp trai - bảnh baoKorean: 멋진 - 잘생긴Turkish: yakışıklı - çekiciUrdu: پرکشش - وجیہIndonesian: bảnh bao - cuốn hút
Example Sentences
The dashing hero saved the day.
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She said he was a dashing young man.
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You look absolutely dashing in that suit!
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He made a dashing entrance at the party, turning everyone's heads.
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He looked very dashing in his tuxedo.
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That actor always plays dashing romantic leads in movies.
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