Dapper: meaning, definitions and examples
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dapper
[ หdรฆpษr ]
appearance, style
The term 'dapper' is used to describe a man who is neat, trim, and elegantly dressed. This word conveys a sense of stylishness and sophistication in attire, often implying that the individual pays careful attention to their grooming and overall appearance. A dapper man typically wears well-fitting clothing and may accessorize with items such as ties, hats, or shoes that are polished. The term can also be applied to a woman in a more informal sense, although it is predominantly associated with men's fashion.
Synonyms
chic, neat, smart, stylish, trim.
Examples of usage
- He looked very dapper in his tailored suit.
- The wedding guests were all dressed dapper for the occasion.
- After shopping, he emerged dapper and ready for the gala.
Translations
Translations of the word "dapper" in other languages:
๐ต๐น elegante
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคพเคจเคฆเคพเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช schick
๐ฎ๐ฉ elegan
๐บ๐ฆ ะตะปะตะณะฐะฝัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ elegancki
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใ
๐ซ๐ท รฉlรฉgant
๐ช๐ธ elegante
๐น๐ท ลฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธ๋ จ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃููู
๐จ๐ฟ elegantnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ elegantnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไผ้ ็
๐ธ๐ฎ eleganten
๐ฎ๐ธ fagur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัำะฝะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแขแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ elegant
๐ฒ๐ฝ elegante
Etymology
The word 'dapper' comes from the Middle Dutch word 'dapper', meaning 'brave' or 'skillful'. It was first used in English as early as the 17th century and originally described someone who was bold or daring. Over time, the meaning evolved to reflect a more refined appearance associated with stylishness and neatness. In the 19th century, 'dapper' began to be more closely linked with men's fashion, particularly in the context of formal and semi-formal attire. Today, it remains a popular descriptor for well-dressed individuals, particularly in situations that call for a polished and sophisticated look.