prettier
word · lemma: pretty
/ˈpɹɪtiɝ/
PRI-dee-ur
/pɹˈɪtiɐ/
PRI-tee-uh
Definition
The comparative form of 'pretty'; used to say that someone or something is more attractive or pleasant to look at compared to another.
Usage & Nuances
'Prettier' is informal, mostly for women, girls, or things considered attractive in a delicate or gentle way. Common with 'than' in comparisons ('prettier than'). For masculine appearance, 'handsome' is more typical. Not used for personality or skills.
Spanish: más bonita - más guapaPortuguese (BR): mais bonitaPortuguese (PT): mais bonitaChinese (Simplified): 更漂亮 - 更美丽Chinese (Traditional): 更漂亮 - 更美麗Hindi: और सुंदरArabic: أجملBengali: আরও সুন্দর - বেশি সুন্দরRussian: красивееJapanese: もっときれい - より可愛いVietnamese: xinh hơn - đẹp hơnKorean: 더 예쁜Turkish: daha güzelUrdu: زیادہ خوبصورتIndonesian: lebih cantik
Example Sentences
She looks prettier in the blue dress.
basic
This flower is prettier than that one.
basic
That garden gets prettier every spring with all the new flowers.
natural
I think my sister’s room is prettier than mine.
basic
She’s even prettier in person than in her photos.
natural
Honestly, you’re prettier without all that makeup.
natural