Cool MateMeaning of Sissy
A person, especially a man, regarded as weak or cowardly.
In simple words: A person perceived as weak or cowardly.
Sissy in a sentence
- Don't be such a sissy, just jump into the water!
- He won’t try out for the team because he thinks he’ll look like a sissy.
- Calling someone a sissy can hurt their feelings.
- The boys made fun of him, calling him a sissy for crying during the movie.
- She told him that he wasn’t a sissy just because he liked ballet.
How to use Sissy
Often used derogatorily to describe a man who is seen as weak or unmanly; can be offensive. Not appropriate in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
sissy + noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'sissy' – imagine someone being too scared to join a game.
Related words
Collocations with Sissy
- sissy boy
- sissy attitude
- don't be a sissy
Synonyms for Sissy
- weakling
- coward
- wimp
- softie
- squeamish
Common mistakes with Sissy
- Confused with 'sissy' as a compliment instead of an insult.
- Used inappropriately in professional environments.
- Overused about people who are simply sensitive.
Sissy appears in
Sissy in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ضعيف / جبان
شخص يُعتبر ضعيفًا أو جبانًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ছিঁচোড়া, দুর্বলচিত্তের লোক
এমন একজন ব্যক্তি যাকে দুর্বল বা কাপুরুষ মনে করা হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Weichei, Memme
Jemand, der als schwach oder feige angesehen wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Marica, Nena
Alguien que parece débil o miedoso.
- Persianفارسی
بزدل
شخصی ضعیف یا ترسو، که معمولاً به عنوان توهین استفاده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Fille / Mauviette
Quelqu'un qu'on trouve faible ou lâche.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कमज़ोर/डरपोक आदमी
एक ऐसा व्यक्ति जिसे कमज़ोर या डरपोक समझा जाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Femminuccia, fifone
Una persona vista come debole o codarda.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Franguinho, Maria-vai-com-as-outras
Uma pessoa vista como fraca ou covarde.
- RussianРусский
Тряпка, слабак
Человек, которого считают слабым или трусливым.
- Urduاردو
کمزور، بزدل
ایسا شخص جسے کمزور یا بزدل سمجھا جائے۔
- Chinese中文
娘娘腔, 胆小鬼
一个被看作软弱或胆小的人。
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Request for someone to pause for a short time.
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a sudden increase in trade and economic activity; a period of wealth and success
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the act of protecting somebody/something; the state of being protected
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Frequently asked questions about Sissy
What does Sissy mean?
A person perceived as weak or cowardly.
What is the definition of Sissy?
A person, especially a man, regarded as weak or cowardly.
How do you use Sissy in a sentence?
Don't be such a sissy, just jump into the water!
Can you give another example of Sissy?
He won’t try out for the team because he thinks he’ll look like a sissy.
What are synonyms for Sissy?
Common alternatives include weakling, coward, wimp, softie, squeamish.
What words go with Sissy?
It commonly pairs with sissy boy, sissy attitude, don't be a sissy.
What are common mistakes when using Sissy?
Confused with 'sissy' as a compliment instead of an insult. Used inappropriately in professional environments. Overused about people who are simply sensitive.
How do you pronounce Sissy?
US: //ˈsɪsi//, UK: //ˈsɪsi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Sissy formal or informal?
"Sissy" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Sissy?
Often used derogatorily to describe a man who is seen as weak or unmanly; can be offensive. Not appropriate in formal settings.