adj

chirpy

CHUR-pee

Chirpy (adj) means Cheerful and lively, especially in a way that seems a bit much early in the day. Example: “He's always disgustingly chirpy before 7am.”

adj

Cheerful and lively, especially in a way that seems a bit much early in the day.

"He's always disgustingly chirpy before 7am."

"She gave a chirpy greeting to everyone in the office."

How to use chirpy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBright, upbeat, and cheerful in manner.

When to use it

Informal, and mostly British in everyday use.

Word forms

chirpier comparative, chirpies plural, chirpiest superlative

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Etymology

From "chirp" plus the adjective suffix -y, comparing a cheerful mood to a bird's chirping.

Frequently asked questions

What does “chirpy” mean?

The word “chirpy” means cheerful and lively, especially in a way that seems a bit much early in the day. In plain terms, bright, upbeat, and cheerful in manner.

How do you pronounce “chirpy”?

“Chirpy” is pronounced CHUR-pee (/ˈt͡ʃɜː(ɹ)pi/ in IPA).

How do you use “chirpy” in a sentence?

Here is “chirpy” used in a sentence: “He's always disgustingly chirpy before 7am.”

What part of speech is “chirpy”?

“Chirpy” is an adjective.