LookItUp

goofy

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɡuːfi/

goofy means: Silly or unusual in a funny, often friendly way.

adjective

FUNNILY SILLYB2

Silly or unusual in a funny, often friendly way.

  • He gave me a goofy smile.
  • We took some goofy photos at the party.
  • Her goofy jokes always make the children laugh.

Similar words: silly, daft, funny

Opposites: serious

Common phrases: goofy grin, goofy smile, goofy face

RIGHT FOOT FORWARDC1

Using a skateboard, snowboard, or surfboard with your right foot in front.

  • He uses a goofy stance.
  • Most of her friends ride regular, but she rides goofy.
  • The instructor showed the goofy riders where to place their feet.

Similar words: right-foot-forward

Opposites: regular

Common phrases: goofy stance, goofy rider, ride goofy

Questions about goofy

What does goofy mean?

Silly or unusual in a funny, often friendly way.

What is goofy in other languages?

Türkçe: şapşal · Español: bobalicón · Français: loufoque · Deutsch: albern · Italiano: buffo · 日本語: おどけた

How do you pronounce goofy?

It is pronounced /ˈɡuːfi/.

How do you use goofy in a sentence?

He gave me a goofy smile. We took some goofy photos at the party.

Learn goofy while you read

LookItUp shows the meaning that fits your sentence, in your language, and turns new words into quick practice cards.

Coming soon on the App Store LookItUp app for iPhone and iPad

goofy in other languages

More words