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What is the English translation of 'El Día de San Valentín'?
What does 'el corazón' mean?
heart
What date is celebrated as 'El 14 de febrero'?
February 14
Translate 'el amor' to English.
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What does 'amar' mean?
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What is the meaning of 'querer'?
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What does '(Yo) te quiero' translate to in English?
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What is the translation of '(Yo) te amo'?
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What does 'el dulce' refer to?
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Translate 'el abrazo' to English.
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What is the meaning of 'el beso'?
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What does '¡Bésame!' mean in English?
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What is the meaning of 'el paz'?
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What does 'el amigo' mean?
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What is 'la amiga' in English?
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What does 'guapo' describe?
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What is the English meaning of 'guapa'?
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Translate 'bonita' to English.
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What does '¡Sé feliz!' mean?
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What is the translation of 'Mi valentín'?
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What does 'la amistad' mean?
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What does 'mi vida, mi alma, mi corazon, mi gordito/a, mi amor, mi querido/a' mean?
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Study Notes
El Día de San Valentín Vocabulary
- El Día de San Valentín refers to Saint Valentine's Day, celebrated on February 14.
- Heart is expressed as "el corazón" in Spanish, with its plural form being "los corazones."
- "El amor" translates to love, a significant theme for this holiday.
- The verb "amar" means to love in a formal and serious sense, while "querer" denotes a casual form of love or a wish, functioning in everyday contexts.
Expressions of Love
- Casual expression of affection: "Yo te quiero" means "I love you."
- More formal and profound expression: "Yo te amo" also translates to "I love you," but conveys a deeper sentiment.
Common Gifts and Gestures
- Candies and sweets are referred to as "el dulce" (singular) or "los dulces" (plural) and are popular gifts on this day.
- "El abrazo" means hug, a common gesture of affection.
- "El beso" translates to kiss, another affectionate gesture, often accompanied by the phrase "¡Bésame!" which means "Kiss me!"
Concepts of Friendship and Affection
- "El amigo" (masculine) and "la amiga" (feminine) denote male and female friends respectively, emphasizing the importance of friendship.
- "La amistad" is the word for friendship, highlighting its significance in relationships on this day.
Terms of Endearment
- "Mi valentín" can be used for both male and female valentines, representing someone special.
- Various affectionate terms include:
- "mi vida" (my life)
- "mi alma" (my soul)
- "mi corazón" (my heart)
- "mi gordito/a" (my little fatty)
- "mi amor" (my love)
- "mi querido/a" (my dear)
Descriptive Terms
- "Guapo" (handsome, masculine) and "guapa" (attractive, feminine) are used to describe physical appearance.
- "Bonita" refers to pretty or good-looking specifically for females.
Positive Wishes
- The phrase "¡Sé feliz!" means "Be happy!" encouraging joy and positive feelings.
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Test your vocabulary related to Valentine's Day with these flashcards. Learn important words and phrases like 'el amor' and 'el corazón' in both Spanish and English. Perfect for those looking to enhance their language skills for the holiday.
