Amoríos (en. Love affairs)

/a.moˈɾios/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Often fleeting romantic relationships.
Their flings did not last more than a couple of weeks.
Sus amoríos no duraron más de un par de semanas.
A romantic relationship without serious commitment.
The summer was full of flings and fun.
El verano estuvo lleno de amoríos y diversión.

Etymology

Derived from 'amor' added with the suffix '-íos' that gives a sense of plurality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have romantic flings
to maintain romantic relationships without seriousness.
tener amoríos
summer flings
fleeting relationships during the summer season.
amoríos de verano
to end the flings
to leave a temporary relationship.
abandonar los amoríos

Related Words

love
Intense feeling of affection towards another person.
amor
adventure
Brief and often informal romantic relationship.
aventura
romance
Romantic relationship that often includes romantic gestures.
romance

Slang Meanings

Casual dates without commitment.
I'm just looking for flings, nothing serious.
Solo estoy buscando amoríos, nada serio.
Relationships that start quickly.
I arrived at that party looking for flings with someone different.
A esa fiesta llegué buscando amoríos con alguien diferente.