Suave (en. Sweet)
/sɥav/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Pleasant to the ear or taste.
The wine had a suave taste that captivated all connoisseurs.
Le vin avait un goût suave qui séduisait tous les amateurs.
Having a charming or seductive sweetness.
He had a suave smile that attracted attention.
Il avait un sourire suave qui attirait l'attention.
Soft and harmonious.
The melody was suave and enchanting.
La mélodie était suave et envoûtante.
Etymology
From the Latin 'suavis', which means 'soft, pleasant'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a suave smile
a charming and seductive smile.
un sourire suave
suave voice
a soft and pleasant voice.
voix suave
Related Words
suavity
The quality of something that is soft or pleasant.
suavité
to suave
To make something soft or pleasant.
suaver
suaveity
Quality of what is suave.
suaveur
Slang Meanings
A term to describe an attractive man.
This man is really suave; he has charm.
Cet homme est vraiment suave, il a du charme.
Connotation of a person being at ease in social situations.
He is always very suave at parties.
Il est toujours très suave lors des soirées.