gordito
“gordito” means “chubby” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
chubby
Also: plump, pudgy
📝 In Action
Mira ese gatito tan gordito.
A1Look at that very chubby little kitten.
Mi hijo está un poco gordito porque come mucho chocolate.
A2My son is a little pudgy because he eats a lot of chocolate.
El bebé tiene unos cachetes gorditos y rosados.
B1The baby has chubby, rosy cheeks.
honey / sweetheart
Also: chubby guy
📝 In Action
¿Qué quieres cenar, gordito?
A2What do you want for dinner, honey?
Mi gordito es el hombre más amable del mundo.
B1My sweetheart is the kindest man in the world.
El gordito que trabaja en la panadería es muy simpático.
B1The chubby guy who works at the bakery is very nice.
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If someone calls their partner 'mi gordito', they are likely being...
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish word 'gordo' (from Latin 'burdus' meaning stupid or dull, but later evolving to mean thick/fat) plus the affectionate diminutive suffix '-ito'.
First recorded: The base word 'gordo' appears in the 10th century; the '-ito' form has been used as long as the suffix has existed in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it okay to call a stranger 'gordito'?
It is better to be cautious. While usually friendly, it's safest to use it with people you know or when speaking about cute things like babies and pets. With a stranger, it might be seen as too informal.
Can 'gordito' mean something is delicious?
Not directly, but it's often used to describe food that is rich or 'meaty,' like a 'filete gordito' (a thick, juicy steak).
Does calling someone 'gordito' mean they are actually fat?
Not necessarily! It is often used as a nickname for people of all sizes because it sounds sweet and familiar.