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    Ternura (en. Tenderness)

    ter-'nu-ra

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Quality of being tender.
    The tenderness of her gaze was moving.
    La ternura de su mirada era conmovedora.
    Loving or affectionate feeling.
    The tenderness of a hug can heal wounds.
    La ternura de un abrazo puede sanar heridas.
    Manifestation of affection and tenderness.
    Gestures of tenderness are important in a relationship.
    Los gestos de ternura son importantes en una relación.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'ternura', which means 'softness' or 'affection'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    childhood tenderness
    The expression of affection and fragility characteristic of childhood.
    ternura infantil
    to do with tenderness
    To carry out an action with care and affection.
    hacer con ternura
    tender gaze
    A gaze that expresses softness and affection.
    mirada de ternura

    Related Words

    tender
    That is kind and gentle, likely to be loved.
    tierno
    affection
    Feeling of attachment or affection towards someone.
    afecto
    loving
    That expresses affection.
    carinoso

    Slang Meanings

    In youth culture, tenderness can refer to adorable behaviors between couples.
    That couple is pure tenderness; it's clear that they love each other a lot.
    Esa pareja es pura ternura, se nota que se quieren mucho.
    Used in a more relaxed context to refer to someone who is friendly and kind.
    You are so tender; you are always looking after others.
    Eres tan tierno, siempre estás cuidando a los demás.