Sonny

/ˈsʌni/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An informal term of endearment or address to a boy or young man.

Hey sonny, do you need help with your homework?

A term used affectionately or sometimes condescendingly towards a younger male.

Listen here, sonny, you need to be careful when riding your bike.

A form of address used to show familiarity, often from an older person to a younger male.

Come here, sonny, let me tell you a story.

A diminutive form of 'son', primarily used in American English.

listen here, sonny

A phrase used to get someone's attention, often implying a lesson or warning.

sonny boy

A term of affection or endearment for a young man.

son

A male offspring.

youngster

A young person, especially a child or teenager.

lad

A boy or young man.

A young male often viewed with affection or endearment.

That sonny over there is really talented.

A term used to address a younger male, sometimes with condescension.

What do you think you’re doing, sonny?