Definition and meaning of English word "chilly"
chilly
/ˈtʃɪli/
Meaning
AdjectiveNoticeably cold; cool enough to cause a slight shivering.
How to use
The adjective 'chilly' describes weather or air that is uncomfortably cold, though not freezing. It is often used in the present simple tense, e.g. 'It's chilly outside.' A common learner mistake is confusing 'chilly' (cold) with the similarly spelled but unrelated word 'chili' (the spicy pepper or the dish made from it).
🇬🇧 English
chilly
Example
The autumn evening turned remarkably chilly, prompting everyone to put on warm coats.
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Common phrases
- chilly evening— chilly evening
- feel chilly— to feel cold
- chilly wind— chilly wind
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The English word "chilly" means "chilly" in English.
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