What is the Spanish word for "affectionate"?

Learn how to say "affectionate" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

affectionate

Spanish

cariñoso

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Examples of how to use "affectionate" in Spanish

English
My cat is very affectionate.
Spanish
Mi gato es muy cariñoso.
English
The puppy is very affectionate.
Spanish
El cachorro es muy cariñoso.
English
She grew up in an affectionate family.
Spanish
Ella creció en una familia afectuosa.
English
He isn't affectionate in public.
Spanish
Él no es afectuoso en público.
English
Their affectionate hugs comforted everyone.
Spanish
Sus abrazos cariñosos tranquilizaron a todos.

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