wuss
word
/ˈwəs/
/wˈʊs/
Definition
An informal word used to describe someone who is weak, cowardly, or easily scared.
Usage & Nuances
"Wuss" is slang and often playfully teasing, not extremely offensive but can hurt feelings. Use among friends or in informal contexts. Similar to "chicken" or "coward," but less harsh. Not suitable for formal or professional situations.
Spanish: cobarde - miedicaPortuguese (BR): covardePortuguese (PT): cobardeChinese (Simplified): 胆小鬼 - 没种的人Chinese (Traditional): 膽小鬼 - 沒種的人Hindi: डरपोकArabic: جبانBengali: ভীতু - দুর্বল (লোক)Russian: трус - слабакJapanese: 弱虫（よわむし）Vietnamese: nhát gan - yếu đuốiKorean: 겁쟁이 - 약한 사람Turkish: korkak - ödlekUrdu: بزدل - کمزورIndonesian: penakut - cengeng
Example Sentences
Don't be a wuss; try the roller coaster!
basic
He acted like a wuss during the scary movie.
basic
Stop being such a wuss and tell her how you feel.
basic
I know I'm a bit of a wuss when it comes to spicy food.
natural
Come on, don't be a wuss—it's just a little rain!
natural
Everyone called him a wuss for not jumping into the lake, but he just laughed it off.
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