World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesEntertaining
/ˌɛntərˈteɪnɪŋ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Providing amusement or enjoyment; pleasantly engaging.
"The magician put on a truly entertaining show for the children." - 2
Keeping one's attention occupied in an agreeable way.
"She wrote an entertaining article about her travels in South America."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from Middle English, borrowing from Old French 'entretenir', composed of 'entre-' (among) and 'tenir' (to hold). Over time, the meaning evolved from maintaining or supporting to holding someone's attention agreeably.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Entertaining"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Entertaining" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
divertissant
Transliteration: divertisɑ̃
"Le film était très divertissant."
unterhaltsam
Transliteration: ʊntɐˈhaltzam
"Das Buch ist sehr unterhaltsam."
divertente
Transliteration: divertɛnte
"È stata una serata divertente."
entretenido
Transliteration: entreteˈnido
"La película estuvo muy entretenida."
divertido
Transliteration: divɛɾˈtidu
"O espetáculo foi muito divertido."
मनोरंजक
Transliteration: manoranjak
"यह फिल्म बहुत मनोरंजक है।"
有趣的
Transliteration: yǒuqù de
"这是一个很有趣的故事。"
재미있는
Transliteration: jaemi-inneun
"그 영화는 정말 재미있었습니다."
面白い
Transliteration: omoshiroi
"その本はとても面白かったです。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Entertaining"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.