quiero una golosina
/kjeɾo una ɡolosina/from spelling rules
In Spanish, "I want a treat" is translated as quiero una golosina.
This phrase is used when requesting a sweet snack, such as candy or chocolate.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of quiero (I want), una (a/one) and golosina (sweet/candy/treat).
Which one should you use?
You might also hear quiero un dulce, which is a common alternative. While golosina specifically implies a confection or candy, dulce refers more generally to anything sweet.
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb querer is conjugated in the first-person singular present indicative to express a current desire.
How do you pronounce it?
/kjeɾo una ɡolosina/
Did you know?
- While English speakers use 'treat' for any reward, such as a dog getting a biscuit, Spanish uses different words like premio for animal treats instead of golosina.
- The word golosina comes from the Latin gula, which means 'throat'. This is the same root used in English for the word 'gluttony'.
- Because golosina is tied to the idea of indulgence, using it as an adult in a formal setting might make you sound much more childlike than intended.
Examples in context
- Disculpe, quisiera un premio para mi perro, por favor.Excuse me, I would like a treat for my dog, please.
- Quiero una golosina de chocolate.I want a chocolate treat.
- Mamá, quiero una golosina.Mom, I want a treat.
Example conversation
Sofía and Mateo are at a candy store.
- SofíaMateo, quiero una golosina.Mateo, I want a treat.
- MateoNo podemos comprar todo hoy.We cannot buy everything today.
- SofíaSolo quiero una gomita.I only want one gummy.
- MateoEstá bien, compra una.Fine, buy one.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries golosina, una, CC BY-SA 4.0.
