silly
/ˈsɪli/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1721 in the learning path
愚蠢的；不明智的
Definitions
adj. Showing poor judgment or a lack of sensible thought
愚蠢的；不明智的
adj. Playfully funny in a way that is not serious
滑稽的；逗趣的
Example
It was silly to leave my umbrella at home.
把伞留在家里真是不明智。
Teachers should avoid calling any question silly, as this may discourage students from participating in class.
教师应避免说任何问题愚蠢，因为这可能打击学生参与课堂的积极性。
Collocations
- silly mistake
- silly question
- silly joke
- feel silly
Word family
- silliness (n.)
Synonyms
- foolish
Antonyms
- sensible
Usage tip
语气通常比stupid轻，也可表示逗趣、不正经。
FAQ
- What does silly mean?
- Showing poor judgment or a lack of sensible thought Playfully funny in a way that is not serious
- How is silly pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɪli/, US /ˈsɪli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
