Chutzpa: meaning, definitions and examples

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chutzpa

 

[ หˆhuts-pษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

behavior, audacity

Chutzpah is a Yiddish term that refers to a combination of audacity and nerve. It describes a boldness that can be both admirable and shocking, often used to discuss someone who is incredibly brazen. The word can imply a mix of confidence and arrogance, as it is used to describe someone who acts without consideration for social norms. While it can carry a negative connotation, it can also be used positively to applaud someone's daring approach.

Synonyms

audacity, gall, insolence, nerve

Examples of usage

  • Her chutzpah in asking for a raise after just a month impressed her boss.
  • He had the chutzpah to challenge the authority of the principal.
  • Many admired her chutzpah for standing up to the critics.

Translations

Translations of the word "chutzpa" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น atrevimento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‡เคถเคฐเฅเคฎเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Frechheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keberanian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐั…ะฐะฑัั‚ะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bezczelnoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใšใ†ใšใ†ใ—ใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท effronterie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desfachatez

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cesaret

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ป”๋ป”ํ•จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆู‚ุงุญุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ drzost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ drzosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽš่„ธ็šฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ drznost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ djarfsemi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ั‹ะปะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ“แƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™sarษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desfachatez

Etymology

The word 'chutzpah' comes from Yiddish, a language that originated among Ashkenazi Jews in Central and Eastern Europe. It was derived from the Hebrew word 'แธฅuแนฃpรข', which shares a similar meaning of audacity or insolence. 'Chutzpah' entered the English language in the mid-20th century, reflecting the growing influence of Jewish culture on American English. Initially, it was used in a more negative sense, denoting an overstepping of boundaries or disrespect. However, over time, it has evolved to encompass both positive and negative connotations, often depending on the context in which it is used. Its usage in popular media and literature has further popularized it, making it a part of colloquial American English. Today, it embodies the spirit of daring and boldness, often celebrated in the context of entrepreneurship and social activism.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,929, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.