adj B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

catchy

KAT-shee

Catchy (adj) means Easy to remember and instantly appealing, especially describing music or slogans. Example: “The jingle was so catchy I couldn't stop humming it.”

adj

Easy to remember and instantly appealing, especially describing music or slogans.

"The jingle was so catchy I couldn't stop humming it."

"They needed a catchy name for the new product."

How to use catchy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething — usually a tune, phrase, or name — that sticks in your head easily.

Common pairings

catchy tune catchy slogan catchy name

Word forms

catchier comparative, catchiest superlative

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The jingle was so _____ I couldn't stop humming it.

Etymology

From catch plus the adjective suffix -y.

Rhymes for catchy

patchy scratchy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “catchy” mean?

The word “catchy” means easy to remember and instantly appealing, especially describing music or slogans. In plain terms, something — usually a tune, phrase, or name — that sticks in your head easily.

How do you pronounce “catchy”?

“Catchy” is pronounced KAT-shee (/ˈkæt͡ʃi/ in IPA).

How do you use “catchy” in a sentence?

Here is “catchy” used in a sentence: “The jingle was so catchy I couldn't stop humming it.”

What part of speech is “catchy”?

“Catchy” is an adjective.

Is “catchy” a common word?

“Catchy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.