Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Fit

What does it mean?

It is used to describe someone who is physically attractive or good-looking. While it can refer to someone who is in good physical shape (healthy and strong), in this informal context, it almost always means attractive.

Is it positive or negative?

It is definitely a positive word.

When do you use it?

You use it to comment on someone's appearance. It is very informal, common in the UK and Australia, and should be used cautiously as it is a direct comment on appearance.

Examples

Example 1: Did you see the new actor on that TV showHe is absolutely fit!

Example 2: My cousin is dating someone new. She says he's really nice and very fit.

Question for you

Do you have a word like "fit" in your language that is used to mean 'attractive' in a very informal way?

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