Caprichosos (en. Capricious)

/ka.pɾiˈt͡ʃo.sos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Refers to people or things that are unstable or changeable.

The capricious weather changes surprised us.

Los caprichosos cambios de clima nos sorprendieron.

That is guided by whims or fancies.

His capricious behavior complicates decision-making in the group.

Su comportamiento caprichoso dificulta las decisiones en el grupo.

Applies to something that is a product of whimsy.

The capricious decisions of the boss create confusion among the employees.

Las caprichosas decisiones del jefe generan confusión entre los empleados.

From Latin 'capriciosus', meaning 'full of whims'.

to jump from one whim to another

To frequently change from one idea or desire to another.

saltar de un capricho a otro

to have a whim

To express a fleeting desire that is not considered necessary.

tener un capricho

whim of fashion

A style or trend that is momentary and not enduring.

capricho de la moda

whim

A desire or craving that lacks logical foundation.

capricho

outburst

A sudden and abrupt impulse of emotions or desires.

arrebato

craving

A desire that manifests suddenly and without apparent reason.

antojo

That changes opinion without warning.

I don’t know what to do with him; he’s so capricious, I never know what he expects.

No sé qué hacer con él, es tan caprichoso, nunca sé qué espera.

Something that occurs occasionally without a clear motive.

This gift is very capricious, but he liked it.

Este regalo es muy caprichoso, pero le gustó.