kyuut
kyuut is the Jamaican way to say cute.
The term is used to describe something or someone that is attractive or pleasing in a way that is youthful, dainty, quaint or fun-spirited.
Meaning: attractive or pleasing in a youthful, dainty, quaint or fun-spirited way (adj)
Did you know?
- When someone is acting 'cute' in a mischievous or cheeky way, a Jamaican speaker might use the word facety instead of kyuut.
- While kyuut describes appearance, Jamaicans often use the term sweet to describe a person's voice or a melody that sounds 'cute' or pleasing to the ear.
- In some contexts, calling a grown man kyuut might be seen as patronizing or diminishing, as the word is heavily associated with childhood and youth.
Example conversation
Damion and Latoya are looking at a new piece of home decor.
- DamionCheck out dis vase, it kyuut!Check out this vase, it's cute!
- LatoyaYeah, it really fit di room.Yeah, it really fits the room.
- DamionI think it look kyuut pon di table.I think it looks cute on the table.
- LatoyaI agree, let's get it.I agree, let's get it.
