dude in English
- dude⇄dude, noun, verb, duded,duding.
- dude⇄noun 1. (Especially U.S.) a man who pays too much attention to his clothes; a man of affected or excessive refinement in manners, speech, or dress; dandy.
(SYN) swell.
2. (Western U.S. and Canada.) a person raised in the city, especially an - dude⇄v.t. (Informal.) Usually, dude up. to dress or make up like a dandy; decorate.
Ex. ... getting duded up with makeup and hair spray so he can sing before a bank of lights (Maclean's). (Figurative.) All sorts of ranches had sprung up around Banders,
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dude
Part of Speech
Noun, Informal
Pronunciation
/duːd/ or /djuːd/
Definitions
- A man or fellow, often used informally.
- A stylish or fashionable man (historical use).
- A person, regardless of gender, in casual slang.
Usage Examples
- That dude at the party was really funny.
- He dressed like a real dude in his new suit.
- Dude, can you help me with this?
Etymology
Originated in late 19th-century American English, possibly derived from the word doodle, meaning a foolish person, or from the German dude (fool).
Synonyms
- Guy
- Fellow
- Chap
- Bloke
Antonyms
- Lady
- Miss
- Woman
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | tipo | /ˈtipo/ |
| French | mec | /mɛk/ |
| German | Kerl | /kɛʁl/ |
| Hindi | लड़का | /laṛakā/ |
| Japanese | やつ | /yatsu/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 家伙 | /jiāhuo/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /duːd/
- British English: /djuːd/
- Australian English: /djuːd/
Historical Usage
Initially used in the late 19th century to describe city dwellers unfamiliar with rural life or cowboys, later evolving into a general informal term for a man.
Cultural Nuances
In American slang, the word dude gained popularity through surfer culture and films like The Big Lebowski, often conveying a laid-back attitude.
More Information
The word dude is widely used across various English dialects, often conveying camaraderie or casual familiarity. It can refer to both men and women in certain regions.