effeminate — having characteristics regarded as typical of a woman; unmanly
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having characteristics regarded as typical of a woman; unmanly
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfemɪnət/
Korean meaning: 여성적인, 여성스러운 (남성에 대해 사용될 때 부정적)
Korean pronunciation: 이-페-미-닛 (강세: 페)
Example Sentences
- The tough wrestler was surprisingly effeminate when he spoke in a high-pitched voice.
- His effeminate walk in high heels was more graceful than most models.
- The character's effeminate traits were exaggerated for comic effect.
effeminate
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈfemɪnət//
having characteristics regarded as typical of a woman; unmanly
Having feminine characteristics, unmanly
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Origin
라틴어에서 온 단어로, '여성으로 만들다'라는 뜻에서 유래되었습니다. 고대 로마에서는 남성의 여성적 특성을 표현할 때 사용했던 용어입니다.
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“The tough wrestler was surprisingly effeminate when he spoke in a high-pitched voice.”
“His effeminate walk in high heels was more graceful than most models.”
“The character's effeminate traits were exaggerated for comic effect.”
“He was teased for his effeminate handwriting that looked like calligraphy.”
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