quaint
What is another word for quaint? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adjective — Attractively unusual or old-fashioned, especially in a charming way.
Antonyms
How to use quaint
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a quaint village
quaint little shop
quaint tradition
Etymology
From Old French cointe ("clever, elegant"), from Latin cognitus ("known"); the meaning shifted over centuries from "clever" to "curiously old-fashioned but charming."
Full origin of quaint →Frequently asked questions
What does “quaint” mean?
The word “quaint” means attractively unusual or old-fashioned, especially in a charming way. In plain terms, charmingly old-fashioned or unusual, in a pleasant way rather than a negative one.
How do you pronounce “quaint”?
“Quaint” is pronounced kwaynt (/kweɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “quaint” in a sentence?
Here is “quaint” used in a sentence: “The village was full of quaint cottages and cobbled streets.”
What part of speech is “quaint”?
“Quaint” is an adjective.
Where does the word “quaint” come from?
The word “quaint” comes from Latin. From Old French cointe ("clever, elegant"), from Latin cognitus ("known"); the meaning shifted over centuries from "clever" to "curiously old-fashioned but charming.".
Is “quaint” a common word?
“Quaint” is an uncommon word in modern English.
