acariciar
to caress; to stroke; to fondle
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/ɐ.kɐ.ɾi.ˈsjaɾ/
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Cultural Note
'Acariciar' conveys a tender, loving touch and is commonly found in romantic poetry and literature. It implies gentleness and intimacy that 'tocar' (to touch) does not. Portuguese fado lyrics frequently use this verb.
📝 Example Sentences
Ela acariciou-lhe o rosto com ternura.
She caressed his face tenderly.
Ele acariciou o cabelo da filha.
He stroked his daughter's hair.