looker

/ˈlʊkə(r)/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈlʊkər/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈlu̇-kər/ (ame, mw)

looker — noun

  • lookersingular
  • lookersplural

1. A person who is very pleasing to look at because of their appearance, most often

1.名詞B2
釋義

A person who is very pleasing to look at because of their appearance, most often used when talking about a woman.

例句

Wei's brother called the woman a real looker with bright eyes and a warm smile.

collocation: "a real looker"

The fashion photographer said Amina was a true looker who everyone wanted to work with.

同義詞
  • beauty

    A classic, somewhat formal term; can sound more flattering and less objectifying.

  • stunner

    Very informal, used mainly in British English; implies someone is strikingly attractive.

  • knockout

    Informal, suggests someone is extremely good-looking; common in American English.

文法句型

a + looker

quite a + looker

real + looker

用法筆記

This word is informal and can sound old-fashioned or objectifying when used about someone's appearance. In modern everyday conversation, speakers often prefer neutral terms like 'good-looking' or 'attractive'.

常見錯誤

❌She is a real looker, and she is also a kind person.
✅She is good-looking, and she is also a kind person.
💡'looker' focuses only on appearance and may sound dismissive; 'good-looking' is more neutral and respectful.