tentador
“tentador” means “tempting” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
tempting
Also: enticing
📝 In Action
El pastel de chocolate tiene un aspecto muy tentador.
A2The chocolate cake looks very tempting.
Me hicieron un descuento tan tentador que no pude decir que no.
B1They gave me such a tempting discount that I couldn't say no.
Viajar por el mundo suena como un plan muy tentador.
B1Traveling around the world sounds like a very enticing plan.
tempter
📝 In Action
En la historia, la serpiente actúa como el tentador.
B2In the story, the snake acts as the tempter.
Debes ser fuerte para no escuchar al tentador.
C1You must be strong so you don't listen to the tempter.
Él siempre ha sido un tentador, convenciendo a otros de romper las reglas.
C1He has always been a tempter, convincing others to break the rules.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: tentador
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is a 'precio tentador'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'temptator,' which comes from 'temptare,' meaning to handle, test, or try.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tentador' always used for bad things?
Not at all! While it can be used for forbidden things, it is very often used positively for delicious food or great business opportunities.
Can I use 'tentador' to describe a person?
Yes, but be careful. Calling a person 'tentador' or 'tentadora' suggests they are very sexually attractive or seductive.
What is the difference between 'tentador' and 'atractivo'?
'Atractivo' just means something looks good. 'Tentador' means it is so good it makes you want to take action or change your mind.