What is the Spanish word for "whim"?

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

English

whim

Spanish

capricho

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Alternative translations of "whim"

antojo
anhelo
deseo
fantasía

Examples of how to use "whim" in Spanish

English
She bought the expensive dress on a whim.
Spanish
Ella compró el vestido caro por capricho.
English
She bought the dress on a whim.
Spanish
Ella compró el vestido por capricho.
English
On a sudden whim, he booked tickets.
Spanish
Por un capricho repentino, él compró los boletos.
English
The dog chased a squirrel out of whim.
Spanish
El perro persiguió una ardilla por capricho.
English
They traveled to Paris on a whim.
Spanish
Viajaron a París por capricho.

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