🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

beefcake

Pronunciation / Transliteration: beefcake

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Beefcake/ˈbiːf.keɪk/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Der Film zeigte einen Beefcake-Schauspieler, der mit seiner beeindruckenden Figur alle Blicke auf sich zog."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A physically attractive man, especially one with a muscular build.

    "The movie featured a beefcake actor who caught everyone's attention with his impressive physique."
  2. 2

    A term used in popular culture to describe male models or actors who emphasize their physical appearance.

    "The magazine is known for its beefcake spreads showcasing the latest fitness trends."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'beefcake' originated in the United States in the early 20th century, combining 'beef,' a slang term for muscularity, and 'cake,' used humorously to denote a well-formed body. It reflects a cultural fascination with physical fitness and attractiveness.

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