Dolled Meaning in English
word · lemma: doll
ˈdɑɫd
DAHLD
dˈɒld
DOLD
Definition
Wearing fancy clothes, makeup, or accessories to look more attractive, especially for a special occasion; often used in the phrase 'dolled up.'
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used informally and almost always in the phrase 'dolled up.' Refers to making oneself look very fancy, usually for women. Not commonly used for everyday, casual dressing. Can sound playful or slightly teasing.
Spanish: arreglada (ropa/maquillaje)Portuguese (BR): produzida (roupa/maquiagem)Portuguese (PT): arranjada (roupa/maquilhagem)Chinese (Simplified): 打扮漂亮Chinese (Traditional): 打扮漂亮Hindi: सज-संवर (पोशाक/मेकअप)Arabic: مُتأنِقة (مظهر/مكياج)Bengali: সাজানো-গুজানোRussian: прихорошенный - наряженныйJapanese: おめかしした - 着飾ったVietnamese: ăn diện - trang điểm lộng lẫyKorean: 화려하게 꾸민Turkish: süslü - şık giyinmişUrdu: سجا سنورا - خوب بنایا گیاIndonesian: berdandan - berhias cantik
Example Sentences
She dolled herself up for the party.
basic
He was surprised to see her all dolled up.
basic
Why are you dolled up today?
basic
She doesn't get dolled up for work, but she does for weddings.
natural
Everyone was dolled up for the photo shoot.
natural
You don't need to get dolled up to go grocery shopping.
natural