Dulzura (en. Sweetness)

/dulˈsuɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of being sweet or having a pleasant taste.
The sweetness of honey is unmistakable.
La dulzura de la miel es inconfundible.
Tenderness or kindness in behavior or in dealings with others.
Her sweetness when speaking captivates everyone.
Su dulzura al hablar conquista a todos.
Degree of softness in music or art.
The sweetness of the melody made me feel at peace.
La dulzura de la melodía me hizo sentir en paz.

Etymology

From the Latin 'dulcitas', meaning 'sweet taste'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sweetness of life
It refers to pleasant and enjoyable moments in life.
dulzura de la vida
sweetness in dealings
It means treating others with kindness and respect.
dulzura en el trato
taste of sweetness
Indicative of the perception of pleasant and sugary flavors.
sabor a dulzura

Related Words

sweet
Having a taste that pleases the palate and is characteristic of sugars.
dulce
tenderness
Quality of being tender or affectionate.
ternura
soft
Having a delicate texture or a kind demeanor.
suave

Slang Meanings

Endearing nickname for a sweet or kind person.
We call her 'sweetness' because she always has a smile.
La llamamos 'dulzura' porque siempre tiene una sonrisa.
A way to refer to something that is very pleasant or enjoyable.
That dessert is a sweetness, I can't resist.
Ese postre es una dulzura, no puedo resistirme.