Pronunciation: [stˈa͡ʊtɪʃ] (IPA) 
The word "Stoutish" is a combination of the root word "stout" and the suffix "-ish" which means somewhat or resembling. The IPA phonetic transcription of "Stoutish" is /staʊtɪʃ/ with the stress on the first syllable. The "ou" in "stout" is pronounced as /aʊ/ as in the word "house". The "ish" suffix is pronounced as /ɪʃ/ as in the word "wish". Overall, "Stoutish" means somewhat stout or resembling a stout figure.
Stoutish is an adjective that describes something or someone that possesses the characteristics of being somewhat stout, but not fully or completely so. It can be used to describe both physical appearances and other attributes.
When referring to physical appearance, stoutish describes a person or animal that is moderately or slightly stout in build. It suggests a body shape that is somewhat robust, sturdy, or thickset, but not excessively or overwhelmingly so. This can involve having a fairly broad or thick build, with a certain degree of muscularity and thickness in the limbs, trunk, or overall frame.
Beyond physicality, stoutish can also be used to describe non-physical attributes or qualities. For example, it can be used to denote the presence of a characteristic or feature that is somewhat bold, strong, or prominent, but not exceptionally or distinctly so. It suggests moderate strength, boldness, or forcefulness in a particular aspect, skill, personality trait, or behavior.
Overall, the term stoutish indicates a level of stoutness that is neither extreme nor moderate, demonstrating a slightly noticeable degree of stoutness, strength, or robustness. It is a versatile term that can be applied to various contexts where a moderate or somewhat noticeable level of stoutness or strength is present, whether in physical appearance or other aspects.
The word stoutish is formed by adding the suffix -ish to the adjective stout. The etymology of stout can be traced back to the Old Norse word stutr, which meant short and thick. It is related to the Middle Low German term stolt, meaning proud or stately, and the Dutch word stout, meaning bold or brave. Over time, the meaning of stout evolved to refer to something or someone strong, bulky, or substantial. The addition of the -ish suffix indicates a smaller or lesser degree of being stout, thus giving birth to the term stoutish.
