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    Afectuoso (en. Affectionate)

    /afeɣ'tuoso/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That shows or expresses affection in an evident manner.
    She is very affectionate with her friends; she always hugs them.
    Ella es muy afectuosa con sus amigos, siempre les abraza.
    That behaves in a loving and kind way.
    The dog is affectionate; he loves to play and be near people.
    El perro es afectuoso, le encanta jugar y estar cerca de la gente.
    Relationship characterized by affection and kindness.
    His affectionate nature makes him loved by everyone.
    Su afectuosa naturaleza le hace querido por todos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'affectuosus', which comes from 'affectus', meaning 'affection'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an affectionate gesture
    an action that shows affection
    un gesto afectuoso
    an affectionate letter
    a letter full of feelings and affection
    una carta afectuosa
    an affectionate hug
    a hug that expresses affection and warmth
    un abrazo afectuoso

    Related Words

    affection
    feeling of affection or inclination towards something or someone.
    afecto
    tenderness
    feeling of love or affection towards another person.
    cariño
    compassion
    feeling of understanding towards another's suffering.
    compasión

    Slang Meanings

    Warm and close in the context of friendly relations.
    That group of friends is very affectionate with each other.
    Ese grupo de amigos es muy afectuoso entre sí.
    Refers to affectionate behaviors in a romantic relationship.
    He always has affectionate attitudes towards his partner.
    Él siempre tiene actitudes afectuosas con su pareja.