A1adjective 1K

Beautiful

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈbjuːtɪfl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈbjuːtɪfl/"]/

Meaning of Beautiful

having beauty; giving pleasure to the senses or to the mind

In simple words: Very pretty or lovely.

Beautiful in a sentence

• The sunset was so beautiful that it took my breath away.
• She wore a beautiful dress to the party, and everyone complimented her.
• The garden is filled with beautiful flowers in the spring.
• He has a beautiful singing voice that captivates the audience.
• The beautiful scenery made the hike worth it.

How to use Beautiful

Used to describe people, places, or things that are pleasing to the eye. Avoid using in overly formal texts; instead use synonyms like 'attractive' in such contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'beau' like 'boyfriend'—a boy who is beautiful!

Related words

Collocations with Beautiful

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very

Synonyms for Beautiful

• attractive
• pretty
• lovely
• gorgeous
• stunning

Opposites of Beautiful

• ugly
• plain
• unattractive

Common mistakes with Beautiful

• Using 'beautifull' instead of 'beautiful'.
• Confusing 'beautiful' with 'beauty' as a noun.
• Overusing it in descriptions instead of varying vocabulary.

Frequently asked questions about Beautiful

What does Beautiful mean?

Very pretty or lovely.

What is the definition of Beautiful?

having beauty; giving pleasure to the senses or to the mind

How do you use Beautiful in a sentence?

The sunset was so beautiful that it took my breath away.

Can you give another example of Beautiful?

She wore a beautiful dress to the party, and everyone complimented her.

What are synonyms for Beautiful?

Common alternatives include attractive, pretty, lovely, gorgeous, stunning.

What is the opposite of Beautiful?

Opposite meanings include ugly, plain, unattractive.

What words go with Beautiful?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very.

What are common mistakes when using Beautiful?

Using 'beautifull' instead of 'beautiful'. Confusing 'beautiful' with 'beauty' as a noun. Overusing it in descriptions instead of varying vocabulary.

How do you pronounce Beautiful?

US: /["/ˈbjuːtɪfl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbjuːtɪfl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Beautiful?

Used to describe people, places, or things that are pleasing to the eye. Avoid using in overly formal texts; instead use synonyms like 'attractive' in such contexts.

What CEFR level is Beautiful?

"Beautiful" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.