carino
cute, nice, sweet
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/kaˈriːno/
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Cultural Note
'Carino' is a versatile compliment that sits between 'bello' (beautiful) and 'simpatico' (nice). It can describe both physical attractiveness and a kind gesture. Using it for a person implies they are attractive in a cute, endearing way rather than strikingly beautiful. It is also commonly used as a term of endearment between partners.
📝 Example Sentences
Che carino quel cucciolo!
How cute that puppy is!
È stato molto carino da parte sua invitarci.
It was very nice of him to invite us.
Hai un sorriso carino.
You have a cute smile.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | carine |
| masculine_plural | carini |
| feminine_singular | carina |
| masculine_singular | carino |