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    Cariñosa (en. Affectionate)

    /ka.ɾi.ˈɲo.sa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That expresses or shows affection in a kind way.
    She always has an affectionate attitude with her friends.
    Ella siempre tiene una actitud cariñosa con sus amigos.
    Refers to a person who is tender and affectionate.
    My grandmother is very affectionate, she always hugs me.
    Mi abuela es muy cariñosa, siempre me abraza.
    Describes the way someone treats others with love and affection.
    Her way of speaking is affectionate and comforting.
    Su manera de hablar es cariñosa y reconfortante.

    Etymology

    From Spanish 'cariño', which means affection or love, with the suffix -osa indicating abundance or quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be affectionate
    To have an affectionate attitude towards someone.
    ser cariñoso
    affectionately
    In a loving or affectionate manner.
    cariñosamente
    a loving hug
    A hug that expresses affection.
    un abrazo cariñoso

    Related Words

    affection
    A deep feeling of affection for someone.
    cariño
    little affection
    Noun that denotes a small or affectionate love.
    cariñito
    affectionateness
    Quality of being affectionate.
    cariñosidad

    Slang Meanings

    A word used to describe someone who is extremely affectionate.
    She is so affectionate, she is always hugging everyone.
    Ella es tan cariñosa, siempre está abrazando a todos.
    A term in certain regions for someone who shows excessive tenderness.
    That child is very affectionate, he likes to give kisses and hugs.
    Ese niño es muy cariñoso, le gusta dar besos y abrazos.