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homey

 

[ หˆhoสŠmi ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

comfortable atmosphere

The term 'homey' describes a place that is cozy, inviting, and comfortable, often akin to the feeling of being at home. It evokes warmth and a sense of welcome, making people feel relaxed and at ease. A homey environment usually includes elements that are familiar and personal.

Synonyms

comfortable, cozy, inviting, welcoming

Examples of usage

  • The living room has a homey feel with its soft lighting and plush sofas.
  • She decorated her cafe to create a homey atmosphere for her customers.
  • After a long day, I love returning to my homey apartment.
Context #2 | Noun

friendly person

As a noun, 'homey' can refer to a person who is particularly friendly and hospitable, someone who makes others feel at home. This usage emphasizes warmth and a caring nature, often associated with individuals who create a pleasant social atmosphere.

Synonyms

friendly person, hospitable person, welcoming individual

Examples of usage

  • My grandmother is such a homey; she always makes everyone feel welcome.
  • He's the homey of our group, always planning get-togethers.
  • It's hard to find a homey in today's fast-paced world.

Translations

Translations of the word "homey" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caseiro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅƒเคนเคธเฅเคฅ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช heimisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rumahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะผะฐัˆะฝั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ domowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎถๅบญ็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท familier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hogareรฑo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ev gibi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์ •์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุฒู„ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ domรกcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ domรกci

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎถๅบญ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ domaฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heimilislegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฏะนะดะตะณั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ evdษ™ki

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hogareรฑo

Etymology

The word 'homey' is derived from the noun 'home,' which has Old English origins in the term 'hฤm,' meaning a dwelling or a place where one lives. The suffix '-y' is often added to nouns to form adjectives, implying a characteristic associated with the noun. 'Homey' started appearing in American English in the late 19th century, reflecting a growing sentiment towards comfort and warmth in domestic spaces. The usage of 'homey' has evolved to not only describe the physical attributes of a space but also to characterize the atmosphere and emotional quality of a person or place, indicating a sense of belonging and security.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,380, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.