amoroso
loving; amorous; sweet
Pronunciation
/ɐ.mu.ˈɾo.zu/
Cultural Note
In European Portuguese, 'amoroso/a' can also be used colloquially to describe something cute or adorable, not just romantic love. 'Que amoroso!' means 'how sweet!' In Brazil, it is more specifically used for loving and affectionate behavior. The word appears in the musical term 'amoroso' used in classical performance directions.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele é um pai muito amoroso.
He is a very loving father.
Tiveram um olhar amoroso.
They exchanged a loving glance.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | amorosas |
| masculine_plural | amorosos |
| feminine_singular | amorosa |
| masculine_singular | amoroso |
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