gaga
word
Definition
'Gaga' is an informal word meaning extremely enthusiastic, obsessed, or even a bit crazy about something or someone. It can also describe someone who is very old and slightly confused.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal, used humorously or affectionately. Common phrases: 'go gaga over' (become obsessed with), 'she's gaga for him.' Can imply elderly confusion, but nowadays more used for strong enthusiasm. Not serious or medical.
Spanish: chiflado - loco - obsesionadoPortuguese (BR): gagá - obcecado - loucoPortuguese (PT): gagá - obcecado - loucoChinese (Simplified): 痴迷 - 疯狂 (informal)Chinese (Traditional): 痴迷 - 瘋狂 (口語)Hindi: दीवाना - पागलArabic: مجنون - مهووسBengali: পাগল - মোহাবিষ্টRussian: без ума - помешан - выжил из ума (старческий)Japanese: 夢中 - メロメロ - ボケている（高齢の場合）Vietnamese: mê mẩn - phát cuồng - lú lẫn (người già)Korean: 빠져 있는 - 푹 빠진 - 노망난 (노인)Turkish: deli gibi - düşkün - yaşlılıktan bunamışUrdu: پاگل - دیوانہ - بوڑھاپے میں کمزور عقلIndonesian: tergila-gila - sangat tergila - pikun (untuk orang tua)
Example Sentences
All the kids are gaga for this cartoon.
basic
My grandmother is a little gaga these days.
basic
He went gaga over his new puppy.
basic
I’m totally gaga over this new band!
natural
Whenever she sees a cat, she goes gaga.
natural
Honestly, he's acting a bit gaga these days.
natural