Brawny Meaning in English
word
ˈbɹɔni
BRAW-nee
bɹˈɔːni
BRAW-nee
Definition
Someone who is brawny has strong, well-developed muscles and looks physically powerful.
Usage & Nuances
‘Brawny’ is usually used for men and has a positive, admiring tone. It focuses on physical strength, not just fitness or slimness. Common pairings: 'brawny man', 'brawny arms'. Rare for women, and not interchangeable with 'athletic' (which relates to sports skill and fitness).
Spanish: musculoso - fornidoPortuguese (BR): musculoso - fortePortuguese (PT): musculoso - forteChinese (Simplified): 健壮的 - 强壮的Chinese (Traditional): 健壯的 - 強壯的Hindi: मज़बूत - मांसलArabic: قوي البنية - مفتول العضلاتBengali: বলিষ্ঠ - মাংসলRussian: мускулистый - крепкий (про человека)Japanese: 筋肉質の - たくましいVietnamese: vạm vỡ - lực lưỡngKorean: 건장한 - 우람한Turkish: kaslı - iri yapılıUrdu: مضبوط جسم - مضبوط پٹھوں والاIndonesian: berotot - kekar
Example Sentences
The brawny man lifted the heavy box easily.
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He has brawny arms from working out.
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A brawny body is not easy to get.
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The hero in the movie was so brawny that he could stop a car with his hands.
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Don’t let his brawny appearance fool you—he’s actually very gentle.
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They hired a couple of brawny guys to move the furniture.
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