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How to Say "balmy" in Spanish

The Spanish word forbalmyis cálidoA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
adjectiveA2
referring to a soft, pleasant weather
A bright sun shining over a golden beach with calm blue water.

Examples

Me encanta el clima cálido de esta isla.

I love the warm climate of this island.

Bebió un té cálido antes de irse a dormir.

He drank a warm tea before going to sleep.

Matching the Noun

This word changes its ending based on what you are describing. Use 'cálido' for masculine words (el viento cálido) and 'cálida' for feminine words (la brisa cálida).

Cálido vs. Caliente

Mistake:Using 'caliente' for weather.

Correction: Use 'cálido' for a pleasant, warm atmosphere. 'Caliente' usually describes something that is physically hot to the touch, like a stove or soup.

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