Slowpoke: meaning, definitions and examples

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slowpoke

 

[ ˈsləʊpəʊk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

pokemon

A slowpoke is a Water/Psychic type Pokémon known for its slow movement and easygoing nature.

Synonyms

creature, monster, pokemon.

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Word Description / Examples
slowpoke

Used to refer to a Pokémon species known for its slow and relaxed movements.

  • My Slowpoke evolved into a Slowbro!
  • Slowpoke is one of the water-type Pokémon.
pokemon

Used to refer to any of the fictional creatures in the Pokémon universe, often friendly and collectible.

  • I caught a new Pokémon in the game yesterday.
  • Pikachu is my favorite Pokémon.
creature

Used to refer to any living being, often in stories or descriptions of animals and mythical beings.

  • A strange creature emerged from the dark forest.
  • The researcher discovered a new sea creature in the depths of the ocean.
monster

Used to describe a large, frightening, and often mythical being, usually with negative connotations.

  • The villagers were terrified of the monster that lived in the mountains.
  • The child imagined a monster under his bed.

Examples of usage

  • I caught a slowpoke near the lake.
  • Slowpoke evolves into Slowbro at level 37.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A slowpoke is a person who is slow in doing things or responding.

Synonyms

sluggish person, tardy individual.

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slowpoke

Typically used in informal or casual conversations to describe someone who is being slower than others. Often said in a teasing or playful manner.

  • Come on, slowpoke! We're going to be late
  • | He's such a slowpoke when it comes to getting ready in the morning
sluggish person

Used more formally or in written language. This term describes someone who moves or acts more slowly than usual, often implying laziness or lack of energy.

  • After the big meal, he felt like a sluggish person
  • | The hot weather can make anyone feel like a sluggish person
tardy individual

Usually used in formal settings like schools or workplaces to describe someone who is habitually late. The term has a mildly negative connotation.

  • The teacher marked him as a tardy individual for arriving late
  • | In the office, she had a reputation for being a tardy individual

Examples of usage

  • Don't be such a slowpoke, we need to hurry up!
  • He's always the slowpoke in our group.

Translations

Translations of the word "slowpoke" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lento

🇮🇳 धीमा

🇩🇪 Langsam

🇮🇩 lambat

🇺🇦 повільний

🇵🇱 powolny

🇯🇵 のろま

🇫🇷 lente

🇪🇸 lento

🇹🇷 yavaş

🇰🇷 느림보

🇸🇦 بطيء

🇨🇿 pomalý

🇸🇰 pomalý

🇨🇳 慢吞吞

🇸🇮 počasen

🇮🇸 hægur

🇰🇿 баяу

🇬🇪 ნელი

🇦🇿 yavaş

🇲🇽 lento

Etymology

The term 'slowpoke' originated in the 1940s in American English, combining 'slow' (meaning not quick or fast) and 'poke' (meaning a lazy or slow person). It was later popularized by the Pokémon character Slowpoke, known for its leisurely pace.

See also: slow, slowly, slowness.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,955, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.