adj
girlish
GUR-lihsh
Girlish (adj) means resembling or typical of a young girl. Example: “She let out a girlish giggle at the joke.”
adj
1
Resembling or typical of a young girl.
"She let out a girlish giggle at the joke."
"His girlish handwriting surprised his teammates."
How to use girlish
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving the qualities typically associated with a young girl, such as playfulness or a light manner.
Common pairings
girlish laughter
girlish charm
girlish enthusiasm
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more girlish
- Superlative
- most girlish
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Etymology
Formed from girl + the adjective-forming suffix -ish.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “girlish” mean?
The word “girlish” means resembling or typical of a young girl. In plain terms, having the qualities typically associated with a young girl, such as playfulness or a light manner.
How do you pronounce “girlish”?
“Girlish” is pronounced GUR-lihsh (/ˈɡɝ.lɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “girlish” in a sentence?
Here is “girlish” used in a sentence: “She let out a girlish giggle at the joke.”
What part of speech is “girlish”?
“Girlish” is an adjective.
