Adorable (en. Adorable)

/a.doˈɾa.βle/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Worthy of being loved or cherished.
The puppy is so adorable that everyone wants to pet it.
El cachorro es tan adorable que todos quieren acariciarlo.
That which is charming or attractive.
That girl has an adorable laugh.
Esa niña tiene una risa adorable.
Something that evokes tenderness or compassion.
The way she plays is really adorable.
La forma en que juega es realmente adorable.

Etymology

From the French 'adorable', which comes from 'adorer', meaning 'to love' or 'to adore'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

adorable in the eyes
That which is very attractive or charming to the eye.
adorable a los ojos
to do something adorable
To perform an action that provokes tenderness or affection.
hacer algo adorable
an adorable gesture
An action that is endearing or sweet.
un gesto adorable

Related Words

to adore
To have a great love or veneration for something or someone.
adorar
affection
Feeling of affection or love towards another person.
cariño
tenderness
Quality of being tender, soft, or affectionate.
ternura

Slang Meanings

Something extremely cute or attractive.
That couple is so adorable that they look like they're from a movie.
Esa pareja es tan adorable que parece sacada de una película.
A term to describe someone or something that makes people smile.
That photo of grandma with the cat is simply adorable.
Esa foto de la abuela con el gato es simplemente adorable.