Abigail Rivera
When do you use the word "cheeky"? If I am not wrong this word is Brittish. I already looked for the meaning, but one day I was watching a show when I heard a little girl called her classmate: don't be so cheeky. So I was wondering when do you use this word? I would appreciate any help. Thanks in advance.
2019년 3월 2일 오전 12:59
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Not sarcastic. . Use it playfully. . It is "taking a liberty", doing something that is not proper. Calling someone a name. Saying something inappropriate. Most often with teh purpose of making fun of someone. . Don't give me any of your cheek. = don't be cheeky. = almost= mind your manners. . Tone alone tells you whether the person is serious. Child steals a muffin. Ohh, you cheeky blighter. Come here. I'll teach you a lesson. Most often with children.
2019년 3월 2일
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Often, it means "not showing proper respect".
2019년 3월 2일
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John is right : cheeky means not showing proper respect. But, as @Nanren888 says, the concept of 'cheekiness' has a playful aspect. It's often used to refer to children who disobey or make impertinent remarks - but in an endearing way.
2019년 3월 2일
No, it doesn't mean sarcastic. Sarcasm is very different.
2019년 3월 2일
its like sarcastic hes very cheeky with him hes very sarcastic with him
2019년 3월 2일
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