cute as a bug's ear
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Very cute; adorable.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
LISA: I'm an ugmo.
HOMER: Now, that's not true. You're cute as a bug's ear.
LISA: Fathers have to say that stuff.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cute as a bug's ear” mean?
Very cute; adorable.
Is “cute as a bug's ear” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.