Dulce
(DOOL-seh)
Adjective | Invariable
- Sweet (taste): Having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey.
- Kind; gentle: Describing a person’s pleasant, caring, or affectionate nature.
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Example Sentences
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El pastel es muy dulce.
The cake is very sweet.
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Me gusta comer un dulce después de la cena.
I like to eat a candy after dinner.
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Ella es muy dulce con sus amigos.
She is very sweet to her friends.
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Word Origin
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Comes from the Latin word dulcis, meaning “sweet,” tracing back to Proto-Indo-European roots.
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Culture
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Sweet treats play a central role in celebrations like Día de Muertos and Christmas, where traditional desserts and candies are shared with family and friends.
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Fun Fact
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In many Latin American countries, dulce de leche, a caramel-like spread, is so beloved that it appears in everything from ice cream to pastries.
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