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📝 In Action
Ese gatito es tan adorable que quiero adoptarlo.
A2That kitten is so adorable that I want to adopt it.
Tu hija tiene una sonrisa adorable.
A2Your daughter has an adorable smile.
Compramos unos adornos muy adorables para la fiesta.
B1We bought some very cute (adorable) decorations for the party.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Placement
Like most descriptive Spanish adjectives, 'adorable' usually comes after the noun it describes: 'un bebé adorable' (an adorable baby).
Gender Consistency
Since 'adorable' ends in '-e', it doesn't change its ending for masculine or feminine nouns. Use 'adorable' for both men and women, or masculine and feminine objects.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Forgetting the Plural 's'
Mistake: "Los niños son adorable."
Correction: Los niños son adorables. (You must add '-s' when describing more than one person or thing.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Intensifying the Feeling
To make it stronger, use adverbs like 'muy' (very) or 'tan' (so): '¡Es tan adorable!' (It's so adorable!)
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: adorable
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the plural form of 'adorable'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'adorable' used only for people?
No! While it's perfect for describing charming people or babies, you can use 'adorable' for anything you find very cute or appealing, like clothes, pets, houses, or small objects.
How do I make 'adorable' feminine?
You don't need to change it! Because 'adorable' ends in '-e', it is used for both masculine and feminine nouns. 'El perro adorable' and 'La casa adorable' are both correct.