ternura
tenderness
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/tɨɾ.ˈnu.ɾɐ/
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Cultural Note
'Ternura' is a literary and poetic word often found in Portuguese and Brazilian love poetry and music. It describes a gentle, nurturing form of love — distinct from passion. It is especially associated with how one cares for a loved one in quiet, intimate moments.
📝 Example Sentences
Olhou para ela com ternura.
He looked at her with tenderness.
A ternura do seu toque acalmou-me.
The tenderness of his touch calmed me.