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    Halago (en. Flattery)

    /aˈlaɣo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The action of flattering or praising someone.
    His compliment made me feel very good.
    Su halago me hizo sentir muy bien.
    A word or expression used to please or satisfy someone.
    They always give me compliments to keep me in a good mood.
    Siempre me dicen halagos para que esté de buen humor.
    A manifestation of affection or sympathy.
    Compliments are common among close friends.
    Los halagos son comunes entre amigos cercanos.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'adlāgāre', which means 'to flatter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sincere compliment
    A compliment that is said genuinely.
    halago sincero
    to give compliments
    To express admiration or praise towards someone.
    dar halagos

    Related Words

    to flatter
    To give a compliment or express admiration.
    alagar
    praise
    A word or phrase that expresses admiration.
    elogio

    Slang Meanings

    Exaggerated compliment
    He told me I'm the best, but I think it was an exaggerated compliment.
    Me dijo que soy el mejor, pero creo que fue un halago exagerado.
    Flatterer
    He's a flatterer, always saying nice things to girls.
    Es un halagador, siempre dice cosas bonitas a las chicas.