unfriendly
word
Definition
Describes a person or behavior that is not kind, welcoming, or warm. Someone who is unfriendly seems distant or even rude.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used to describe people, attitudes, or places. Less harsh than 'hostile' but stronger than just 'not friendly'. Common collocations: 'unfriendly attitude', 'unfriendly environment'. Not usually used for objects.
Spanish: antipático - poco amistosoPortuguese (BR): antipático - pouco amigávelPortuguese (PT): antipático - pouco amigávelChinese (Simplified): 不友好 - 冷漠Chinese (Traditional): 不友善 - 冷漠Hindi: अमित्रतापूर्ण - अनमित्रArabic: غير ودود - فظBengali: অবন্ধুত্বপূর্ণ - অস্নেহশীলRussian: недружелюбный - неласковыйJapanese: 不親切な - 冷たいVietnamese: không thân thiệnKorean: 불친절한 - 냉담한Turkish: soğuk - samimiyetsizUrdu: غیر دوستانہIndonesian: tidak ramah
Example Sentences
The dog is not dangerous, just a bit unfriendly.
basic
His unfriendly reply made me feel uncomfortable.
basic
Don’t take it personally—he’s just unfriendly with everyone.
natural
The new neighbor seemed unfriendly when we said hello.
basic
The hotel staff was surprisingly unfriendly for such a nice place.
natural
Sometimes people seem unfriendly when they’re just shy.
natural