Word
Definitions
01pleasant and attractive
B1 · Intermediate
adj. very pleasant or attractive in a way that makes people like you.
adj. possessing a magnetic or pleasing personality; capable of inspiring delight or admiration through grace and charisma.
日本語:魅力的※
Español:encantador
“The hotel was located in a charming little village by the sea.”
“The candidate was undeniably charming, though critics argued his polished exterior lacked the substance required for such a demanding role.”
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02casting a spell
C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Religion Literary
n. the act of using magic or casting a spell on someone.
n. the action of using a magical incantation or spell to influence a person or object.
“The old stories tell of a witch charming the prince into a deep sleep.”
“The ritual involved the rhythmic charming of the elements, a practice the villagers believed would ensure a prosperous harvest.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “charming” in context.
Verb
01. find the house charming
“Most visitors find the old house charming despite its creaky floors.”
verb + noun + adj
02. sounded quite charming
“Her description of the local traditions sounded quite charming to the tourists.”
verb + adv + adj
Adjective
03. charming little town
“We spent the weekend exploring a charming little town by the coast.”
adj + noun
04. charming personality
“She was hired not just for her skills, but for her charming personality.”
adj + noun
05. charming to everyone
“The host was incredibly charming to everyone who attended the gala.”
adj + prep
Adverb
06. disarmingly charming
“He had a disarmingly charming smile that made everyone feel immediately at ease.”
adv + adj
07. utterly charming
“The small cottage in the countryside was utterly charming and full of character.”
adv + adj
Real-World Examples
“His book is in this respect much like its primary source: charming, clever, and difficult to pin down.” “Dimyan is Grylls’ first guest – a wise choice as he is a completely charming, self-confessed nerd (“I worry a lot!” Etymology
From Middle English charmynge; equivalent to charm + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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