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enchanting

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

IPA: /ɪnˈtʃæntɪŋ/

Phonetic: in-CHAN-ting

Definitions

  • Delightfully charming or attractive.
  • Having a magical or mesmerizing effect.

Usage Examples

  • She had an enchanting smile that captivated everyone.
  • The forest looked enchanting under the golden sunset.

Etymology

Derived from Old French enchanter, from Latin incantare, meaning "to chant a spell, bewitch."

Synonyms

  • Captivating
  • Charming
  • Mesmerizing
  • Alluring
  • Spellbinding

Antonyms

  • Boring
  • Uninteresting
  • Unappealing

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish encantador en-kan-ta-DOR
French envoûtant on-voo-TAH
German bezaubernd beh-TSAU-bernd
Russian очаровательный o-cha-ro-VA-tyel-ny
Hindi मोहक mohak
Chinese (Mandarin) 迷人的 mí rén de
Japanese 魅惑的 miwaku-teki
Tamil மயக்கும் mayakkum
Telugu ఆకట్టుకునే ākaṭṭukunē

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ɪnˈtʃɑːntɪŋ/
  • American English: /ɪnˈtʃæntɪŋ/

Historical Usage

The word "enchanting" has been used since the Middle Ages to describe magical or spellbinding experiences, later expanding to include charming or delightful things.

Cultural Nuances

In literature and folklore, "enchanting" often describes characters or places with magical beauty, such as fairy-tale princesses, mysterious forests, or alluring voices.

More Information

Enchanting can refer to both physical beauty and an overall mesmerizing effect, including music, scenery, and personalities. The word is widely used in poetry and romance.

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