rosy
word
/ˈɹoʊzi/
ROH-zee
/ɹˈəʊzi/
ROH-zee
Definition
Having a pink color like a rose, or describing a situation that is optimistic and likely to be successful.
Usage & Nuances
'Rosy' is often used figuratively for hopefulness, as in 'a rosy future.' For color, it describes cheeks or skies. Not used for intense pinks; more subtle. Don't confuse with 'rose' (the flower) or 'rosé' (the wine).
Spanish: rosado - optimistaPortuguese (BR): rosado - otimistaPortuguese (PT): rosado - otimistaChinese (Simplified): 玫瑰色的 - 乐观的Chinese (Traditional): 玫瑰色的 - 樂觀的Hindi: गुलाबी - आशावादीArabic: وردي - متفائلBengali: গোলাপি - আশাবাদী (অর্থে)Russian: розовый - радужный (в переносном смысле)Japanese: バラ色Vietnamese: hồng hào - tươi sáng (nghĩa bóng)Korean: 장밋빛Turkish: pembe - umut verici (mecazi anlamda)Urdu: گلابی - پُرامید (تمثیلی)Indonesian: merah muda - penuh harapan (kiasan)
Example Sentences
Her cheeks looked rosy after the walk.
basic
The sunset painted the sky a rosy color.
basic
He always sees the world through rosy glasses.
basic
Things aren’t as rosy as they seem.
natural
She has a rosy outlook on life despite the challenges.
natural
Don’t expect a rosy answer—they’re being realistic.
natural