Entrañable (en. Endearing)

/entɾaˈɲable/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is worthy of affection or love.
The puppy is so endearing that everyone loves him.
El perrito es tan entrañable que todos lo quieren.
Something that evokes warm and loving feelings.
The movie has an endearing ending that moves everyone.
La película tiene un final entrañable que emociona a todos.
That is endearing due to its simplicity or innocence.
We remember endearing moments from our childhood.
Recordamos momentos entrañables de nuestra infancia.

Etymology

From the Latin 'intrinsecus', which refers to the internal or what is deeply felt.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a close bond
A very close and affectionate relationship.
un vínculo entrañable
endearing memories
Memories that evoke fondness and nostalgia.
recuerdos entrañables

Related Words

entrañablemente
In an endearing manner; with affection.
entrañablemente
entrañabilidad
Quality of being endearing.
entrañabilidad

Slang Meanings

Something that is very adorable in a special way.
That cat has a very endearing attitude.
Ese gato tiene una actitud muy entrañable.
It usually refers to people or things that evoke a lot of sympathy.
She has always been so endearing to everyone.
Ella siempre ha sido tan entrañable con todos.