Zaftig
Adjective
UK
/ËzĂŚf.tÉŞÉĄ/
US
/ËzÉËf.tÉŞÉĄ/
Definition
Describing a woman who is full-figured in a beautiful, healthy way.
Example
"She looked lovely in her dress, confident and zaftig."
"The painter often chose zaftig women as models for his art."
"People admired her zaftig figure as a symbol of natural beauty and confidence."
Explanation
Zaftig describes a woman who is pleasantly full-shaped or soft-bodied. Itâs generally a positive and respectful way to say someone who isn’t thin but has a soft, rounded body shape. The word comes from Yiddish, a language used by some Jewish communities. For example: The actress was praised for her natural, zaftig look. People use it to admire healthy and natural beauty, not to judge. It is often used in art, fashion, or compliments.