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Sciency, Artsy, Cutesy? What Adding -Y or -SY Really Means in English!

Ever wondered what happens when you add “-y” or “-sy” to a word in English?
Words like sciency, artsy, and cutesy may sound made-up — but they’re real, and native speakers use them all the time!

In this short video, you'll learn:

What is the function of -y or -sy at the end of a word.
What adding -y or -sy really means
What it describes when added at the end of the word and
Fun examples that help you sound more natural and fluent

🎯 Perfect for English learners, ESL students, and anyone curious about modern, informal English!

So, Let's start:

In English, we often add “-y” or “-sy” at the end of a word to create a new one.

Function:

🔹 Turns a noun into an adjective
🔹 Adds a casual, descriptive tone
🔹 Often sounds playful, creative, or informal
🔹 Common in spoken English, pop culture, and creative writing

What does adding -y (or -sy) mean?

It usually turns a noun into an adjective, giving the meaning: "somewhat like," "having the quality of," or "in the style of."


What Adding -y or -sy Does:

It’s used to describe something that:

🔸 Resembles the original word
🔸 Relates to the idea or style of the original word
🔸 Feels like or gives the impression of the original word
🔸 Can sometimes sound slightly mocking or over-the-top

Examples:

Sciency (Base word- Science ): It means somewhat scientific; or looks or sounds like science.
Artsy (Base word Arts): It means having an artistic or creative feel (sometimes pretentious).
Cutesy (Base word Cute): It means trying to be overly cute in an artificial or exaggerated way.

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