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    Querido (en. Darling)

    /keˈɾi.ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    One who is loved or cherished.
    My brother is very dear to the whole family.
    Mi hermano es muy querido por toda la familia.
    Used as a term of endearment among friends or loved ones.
    Hello, dear, how have you been?
    Hola, querido, ¿cómo has estado?
    One who is esteemed or appreciated.
    The dear professor has left us great teachings.
    El querido profesor nos ha dejado grandes enseñanzas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'carus', meaning 'dear' or 'precious'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    my dear
    expression of affection towards someone dear.
    mi querido
    dear friend
    term used to refer to a close and valued friend.
    querido amigo
    my dear son
    affectionate way to refer to a son.
    mi querido hijo

    Related Words

    to love
    To feel love or appreciation for someone.
    querer
    affection
    Feeling of love, affection, or attachment towards someone.
    cariño
    friend
    Person with whom one has a friendship relationship.
    amigo

    Slang Meanings

    Used ironically to refer to someone who is not liked.
    That 'dear' from the party doesn't sit well with me.
    Ese 'querido' de la fiesta no me cae nada bien.
    Term used to refer to a romantic partner.
    I'm going out with my dear tonight.
    Voy a salir con mi querido esta noche.