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    Cariñoso (en. Affectionate)

    /kaɾi'ɲoso/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That expresses or denotes affection.
    She is very affectionate with her friends.
    Ella es muy cariñosa con sus amigos.
    Applies to people who are affectionate.
    The boy is affectionate with his mother.
    El niño es cariñoso con su madre.
    That has the tendency to show love and affection.
    His affectionate behavior made everyone smile.
    Su comportamiento cariñoso hizo sonreír a todos.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Portuguese term 'carinho', related to love and affection.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be affectionate
    To show affection towards someone.
    ser cariñoso
    affectionate gestures
    Actions that demonstrate affection.
    gestos cariñosos
    affectionate words
    Affectionate expressions directed at someone.
    palabras cariñosas
    acts of affection
    Actions that demonstrate love or affection.
    actos de cariño

    Related Words

    affection
    Feeling of affection towards a person.
    cariño
    affection
    Feeling of love or affection.
    afecto
    tender
    That is soft, sweet, and affectionate.
    tierno
    loving
    That shows love.
    amoroso

    Slang Meanings

    A term of endearment used among couples.
    He always calls me 'my affectionate one.'
    Él siempre me llama 'mi cariñoso'.
    Used to describe close and affectionate treatment.
    He is my friend and is very affectionate with me.
    Es mi amigo y es muy cariñoso conmigo.