palabras amables
/palabɾas amables/from spelling rules
The English phrase "kind words" is translated into Spanish as palabras amables.
You can also use the diminutive suffix -ito/ita on related words to convey affection and warmth.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of palabras (words) and amables (kind/friendly).
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of this phrase is palabra amable. Because palabras is a feminine plural noun, the adjective amables must also be in its plural form to agree with it.
How do you pronounce it?
/palabɾas amables/
Did you know?
- To describe a person who is exceptionally skilled at using palabras amables to persuade others, Spanish speakers use the term tener labia, which refers to the 'lips'.
- While amable means 'kind', its root is the Latin verb amare, meaning 'to love'. This links 'kind words' directly to the act of loving in the language's history.
- In some contexts, particularly in Latin America, instead of saying someone used 'kind words', people might say someone 'tiene mucha dulzura', literally meaning they have 'much sweetness'.
Examples in context
- ¡Hola! Me alegra conocerle.Hello! It's nice to meet you.
- Permítame expresar mi gratitud hacia usted.Allow me to express my gratitude towards you.
- ¡Hola! Me alegra verte.Hi! It's nice to see you.
- Sabes que eres muy especial, ¿verdad?You know you're very special, right?
- ¡Hola, mi amiguito!Hello, my little friend!
- Muchas gracias por todo lo que haces.Thank you very much for everything you do.
- Cuenta conmigo para lo que necesites.Count on me for anything you need.
- No te preocupes, todo saldrá bien.Don't worry, everything will be fine.
- Gracias por tus palabras amables.Thank you for your kind words.
- Ella siempre dice palabras amables.She always says kind words.
- Necesito escuchar algunas palabras amables hoy.I need to hear some kind words today.
Example conversation
Elena thanks Alejandro for supporting her after a presentation.
- ElenaGracias por tus palabras amables, Alejandro.Thank you for your kind words, Alejandro.
- AlejandroNo hay de qué, Elena. Lo hiciste muy bien.You're welcome, Elena. You did very well.
- ElenaMe siento mucho mejor ahora.I feel much better now.
- AlejandroTe mereces todo el apoyo.You deserve all the support.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
