bookish
US /ˈbʊk.ɪʃ/
UK /ˈbʊk.ɪʃ/
1.
aficionado a los libros, estudioso
fond of reading books
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She was a quiet, bookish girl who spent most of her time in the library.
Era una chica tranquila y aficionada a los libros que pasaba la mayor parte de su tiempo en la biblioteca.
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His bookish interests made him an excellent researcher.
Sus intereses literarios lo convirtieron en un excelente investigador.
2.
intelectual, poco sociable
more interested in reading and studying than in more active or social things
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He had a somewhat bookish appearance, with glasses and a quiet demeanor.
Tenía una apariencia algo intelectual, con gafas y un comportamiento tranquilo.
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Her bookish nature meant she preferred quiet evenings at home to parties.
Su naturaleza intelectual significaba que prefería las noches tranquilas en casa a las fiestas.