quiero acurrucarme
/kjeɾo akurukaɾme/from spelling rules
In Spanish, "I want to cuddle" is expressed as quiero acurrucarme.
This phrase is used to request holding someone close in an affectionate way for the sake of comfort or warmth. You can also use quiero mimarte as a softer, more affectionate alternative when you want to express a desire to pamper or cuddle someone.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of quiero (I want), acurrucar (to cuddle/snuggle) and the reflexive pronoun me (myself).
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase changes depending on who is being cuddled. To change the meaning from "cuddle myself" to "cuddle you", replace the reflexive pronoun me with the object pronoun te to get quiero acurrucarte. To express the desire for both people to cuddle together, use the first-person plural reflexive pronoun nos at the end of the verb to say quiero acurrucarnos.
How do you pronounce it?
/kjeɾo akurukaɾme/
Did you know?
- In Mexico, you can use the word apapachar, which comes from Nahuatl. It describes a cuddle that is not just physical but is meant to 'hug the soul'.
- Adults in some Spanish-speaking regions use the phrase querer mimos to ask for affection in a playful way that intentionally mimics a child's speech.
- The verb acurrucarse is frequently used to describe animals, such as a cat curling into a ball, rather than just human intimacy.
Examples in context
- ¡Me encanta estar contigo! Quiero abrazarte mucho esta noche mientras vemos una película.I love being with you! I want to cuddle a lot tonight while we watch a movie.
- Estoy cansado y necesito un poco de afecto. Tengo ganas de acurrucarme contigo en el sofá.I'm tired and in need of some affection. I want to snuggle up with you on the couch.
- Tengo frío y quiero acurrucarme contigo.I am cold and I want to cuddle with you.
- Hoy estoy cansada, quiero acurrucarme en el sofá.I am tired today, I want to cuddle on the sofa.
- Después de la película, quiero acurrucarme un poco.After the movie, I want to cuddle a little bit.
Example conversation
A couple relaxing on the couch on a rainy evening.
- SofíaHace mucho frío aquí, Daniel.It is very cold in here, Daniel.
- Daniel¿Quieres una manta para calentarte?Do you want a blanket to get warm?
- SofíaNo, quiero acurrucarme contigo.No, I want to cuddle with you.
- DanielEstá bien, ven aquí, Sofía.Okay, come here, Sofía.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
