mannish

• Beschreibt eine Frau oder ihr Erscheinungsbild, ihre Art oder ihren Stil als männlich wirkend oder einem Mann eigen. Bezieht sich meist auf Frauen und kann abwertend oder neutral gemeint sein.

Describes a woman or her appearance, mannerisms, or style as resembling or characteristic of a man.

1. Resembling a manB2formal

   Having qualities or appearance that are typically associated with men rather than women.

   Mannhaft wirkend

   • Her mannish walk and deep voice surprised everyone.
   • He had a mannish build despite his young age.
   • The actress adopted a mannish style for her role.

   Synonymebutchmanlikemanlymasculineunfemininevirile

   Antonymeeffeminatefeminineladylikewomanly

2. Characteristic of a manB2formal

   Exhibiting traits or behaviors that are traditionally considered masculine.

   Mannhaft

   • His mannish handshake was firm and confident.
   • She spoke with a mannish tone that commanded attention.
   • The outfit gave her a mannish silhouette.

   Synonymemalemanlikemanlymasculinevirile

   Antonymeeffeminatefemininewomanly