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caricia means caress — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 4, 2025

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caricia

noun • /[kah-REE-thyah]/

caress

Example:

Sentí su caricia tibia en mi mejilla.

I felt her warm caress on my cheek.

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🧠 What does caricia mean?

Caricia translates to 'caress' in English. It represents a gentle, loving touch, often expressing affection, tenderness, or comfort. It can refer to a physical touch, like stroking someone's cheek, or a metaphorical one, like a kind word or gesture. The word evokes a sense of warmth and intimacy.

📚 Extra examples

  • Le dio una caricia suave en el brazo.
    She gave him a gentle caress on the arm.
  • Las caricias de su madre la tranquilizaban.
    Her mother's caresses calmed her.
  • El sol de la mañana era una caricia en la piel.
    The morning sun was a caress on the skin.
  • Sus palabras fueron una caricia para mi alma.
    His words were a caress to my soul.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'caress' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'caress' is 'caricia'.
How do you pronounce 'caricia' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ka-REE-thee-ah. The stress is on the second syllable.
How do you use 'caricia' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Le dio una caricia a su gato' (She gave her cat a caress), or 'Sus palabras fueron como una caricia' (His words were like a caress).
What is the English translation of 'caricia'?
'Caricia' translates to 'caress' in English.
Does 'caricia' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'caricia' is a feminine noun. The plural is 'caricias'.
Is 'caricia' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'caricia' is a relatively common word used in both spoken and written Spanish.
Does 'caricia' have slang or double meanings?
While generally innocent, 'caricia' can occasionally have a slightly suggestive connotation depending on the context, but it doesn't have any truly vulgar double meanings.
Is 'caricia' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'caricia' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "caricia"

Synonyms: toque suave, roce
Opposites: golpe, bofetada

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'caricia' comes from the verb 'acariciar', which means 'to caress'.

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