Tentador (en. Tempting)

/tenˈtaðor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has the capacity to attract or seduce.
The dessert was so tempting that I couldn’t resist.
El postre era tan tentador que no pude resistirme.
That invites to do something, normally to fall into temptation.
The offer was tempting for buyers.
La oferta era tentadora para los compradores.
Something that is appealing or seductive.
The advertisement presented a tempting product for young people.
El anuncio presentaba un producto tentador para los jóvenes.

Etymology

From Latin 'temptator', meaning 'the one who tempts'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a tempter
To have an influence for someone to fall into temptation.
ser un tentador
to be tempted
To feel a strong desire to do something, often something forbidden.
estar tentado
soul tempter
A person who influences others towards evil or to commit sins.
tentador de almas

Related Words

temptation
The intense desire to do something, often considered bad.
tentación
to tempt
To try or induce someone to do something.
tentar
seduction
The act of attracting someone, especially in a romantic sense.
seducción

Slang Meanings

Something that is irresistibly attractive.
The party was so tempting, no one could stay home.
La fiesta era tan tentadora, nadie pudo quedarse en casa.
An offer or proposal that is hard to refuse.
That job offer is tempting, especially with the salary they offer.
Esa oferta de trabajo es tentadora, especialmente con el salario que ofrecen.