Tilly (en. Tilly)

/ˈtɪli/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A common nickname used in informal contexts.
She has always been called Tilly by her friends.
Ella siempre ha sido llamada Tilly por sus amigos.
A loving way to refer to someone.
Tilly is a sweet way to call Matilda.
Tilly es una forma dulce de llamar a Matilda.
A term that can be used in a family context.
In the family, she is Tilly to everyone.
En la familia, ella es Tilly para todos.

Etymology

The origin of Tilly comes from English names like Matilda, of which it is a nickname.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Tilly's way
A particular way of doing things that is associated with Tilly.
Tilly's way
Say it Tilly style
To say something in a loving or fun way.
say it Tilly style

Related Words

Matilda
A feminine proper name of German origin.
Matilda
Tilda
A loving nickname similar to Tilly.
Tilda

Slang Meanings

An affectionate term used to refer to a close friend.
Do you want to hang out today, Tilly?
¿Quieres salir hoy, Tilly?
Used in a youth context to describe someone fun.
She is so Tilly, she always makes us laugh.
Ella es tan Tilly, siempre nos hace reír.