adjective
Like a young girl in appearance, voice, or behavior.
She had a girlish smile.
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It can suggest charm or a lack of maturity, depending on the context.
Common phrases & grammar
girlish smile · girlish voice
American English
How to pronounce girlish
adjectiveB2
GERlihsh
/ˈgɚ.lɪʃ/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Like a young girl in appearance, voice, or behavior.
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