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ternura — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • endearment noun A word or phrase that expresses affection, such as "sweetheart" or "darling."
  • nurture noun Care and encouragement given to help someone or something grow and develop.
  • tenderness noun Gentle, caring, and affectionate feeling toward someone.

Senses

ternura is used for these senses in English:

  • endearment An expression of affection.
  • nurture The act of nourishing or nursing; tender care
  • tenderness A tendency to express warm, compassionate feelings.

endearment — full definition

  1. noun A word or phrase that expresses affection, such as "sweetheart" or "darling."
  2. noun The act or state of causing someone to feel loved or valued.

nurture — full definition

  1. noun Care and encouragement given to help someone or something grow and develop.
  2. noun The environmental and social influences on a person's development, as opposed to inherited traits.
  3. verb To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.

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