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How to Say "adores" in Spanish

The Spanish word foradoresis adoraA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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adora

VerbA2
He/she/it adores
A small child is kneeling on green grass, looking lovingly at a ladybug perched on a leaf. Stylized pink hearts float above the child's head, showing adoration.

Examples

Mi sobrina adora a su gato.

My niece adores her cat.

¿Usted adora el café fuerte?

Do you (formal) adore strong coffee?

La comunidad adora a ese artista por su humildad.

The community idolizes that artist because of his humility.

Identifying 'Adora'

The word 'adora' can mean 'he/she/it adores' (third person) OR 'you adore' (formal 'usted' form) in the present tense. Context will tell you which one is correct.

The Personal 'A'

When 'adora' is followed by a person (or a beloved pet), you must use the word 'a' right before the person's name or title: 'Él adora a su esposa' (He adores his wife).

Forgetting the 'a'

Mistake:Ella adora su madre.

Correction: Ella adora a su madre. (Remember to use 'a' before the person who receives the action of adoring.)

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