Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Fancy”
Decorated with lots of detail or luxurious in quality.
Word Family of Fancy
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- She wore a fancy dress to the wedding. A2
- That fancy restaurant has excellent reviews. B1
- The ballroom had fancy chandeliers and gold decorations. B1
Word Form Patterns for Fancy
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: fancy → fancily.
Origin and Word Formation of Fancy
From Old French 'fantaisie' meaning imagination or illusion.
Fancy often describes expensive items, formal clothing, or upscale venues.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Fancy
Wrong: She want fancy clothes.
Correct: She wants fancy clothes.
Third person singular present requires 's' on verb.
Wrong: The hotel was fancy decorated.
Correct: The hotel was beautifully decorated.
Use adverb 'beautifully' or 'fancily' after 'was', not adjective.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Fancy
What are the word forms of “fancy”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “fancy”?
“fancy” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “fancy” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “fancy” come from?
From Old French 'fantaisie' meaning imagination or illusion.