Huskily: meaning, definitions and examples

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huskily

 

[ หˆhสŒs.kษช.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speech

The term 'huskily' is used to describe a manner of speaking that is deep, rough, or hoarse. This kind of vocal quality often suggests a strong or commanding presence. It can be especially characteristic of someone who speaks with a lot of emotion or intensity. Such speech might evoke feelings of warmth, authority, or ruggedness. Typically, huskily spoken words can convey seriousness or sincerity, and they might leave a lasting impression on the listener.

Synonyms

deeply, gruffly, roughly

Examples of usage

  • He spoke huskily under the weight of his emotions.
  • The singer's voice came through huskily over the crowd.
  • She huskily whispered secrets into his ear.

Translations

Translations of the word "huskily" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น grosseiramente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เคฟเคจเฅŒเคจเฅ‡ เคคเคฐเฅ€เค•เฅ‡ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช heiser

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan suara serak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ัƒะฑะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chropowato

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใŒใ‚‰ใŒใ‚‰ๅฃฐใง

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท d'une voix rauque

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de forma รกspera

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sert bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ์น ๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุตูˆุช ุฎุดู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrubฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrubo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฒ—็ณ™ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ grobo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรณflega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ะฐะป ั‚าฏั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒ’แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kobud ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de forma รกspera

Etymology

The term 'huskily' originates from the word 'husk', which has roots in Old English 'husca', meaning a dry outer covering of some fruit or seed. This etymology reflects a sense of roughness or coarseness that the word conveys. As it transitioned into the adverbial form, 'huskily' adapted to describe not just physical texture but also the tonal qualities of a person's voice. The usage of 'husky' to describe a voice can be traced back to the 19th century, deeply associated with vocal characteristics that are not smooth but rather tinged with a rough or thick quality. Over time, 'huskily' has maintained this connotation, frequently used in literature and spoken language to evoke a specific auditory image that suggests strength, emotion, or a rugged charm.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,618, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.