noun
Very common
looks
luuks
Looks (noun) means a person's physical appearance, especially how attractive they are. Example: “He was popular thanks to his charm as much as his looks.”
noun
1
A person's physical appearance, especially how attractive they are.
"He was popular thanks to his charm as much as his looks."
"She never relied on her looks to get ahead in her career."
"People say she gets her good looks from her mother's side of the family."
How to use looks
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow good-looking or physically appealing someone is.
Common mistake
Always plural in this sense — you don't say "her look is nice" to mean her appearance overall (though "look" singular can describe a style or outfit).
Common pairings
good looks
stunning looks
lose your looks
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What does “looks” mean?
The word “looks” means a person's physical appearance, especially how attractive they are. In plain terms, how good-looking or physically appealing someone is.
How do you pronounce “looks”?
“Looks” is pronounced luuks (/lʊks/ in IPA).
How do you use “looks” in a sentence?
Here is “looks” used in a sentence: “He was popular thanks to his charm as much as his looks.”
What part of speech is “looks”?
“Looks” is a noun.
Is “looks” a common word?
“Looks” is a very common word in modern English.
What is the difference between looks and appearance?
The two overlap, but appearance is neutral and covers everything about how someone or something seems to the eye. Looks, when applied to a person, usually focuses on physical attractiveness. Saying someone 'has looks' implies they are good-looking, while 'appearance' simply describes how they present.
Are looks important?
This is a matter of opinion rather than fact. Looks can shape first impressions and confidence, but many people value character, kindness, and personality far more highly. The word itself carries no judgment - it simply names physical appearance, especially the degree of attractiveness.
What does 'good looks' mean?
'Good looks' is a common phrase meaning an attractive physical appearance - a pleasing face and figure. Describing someone as having good looks is a compliment about how they appear to others, quite separate from their intelligence, talent, or character. It focuses purely on the visual.
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