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

📅 Published: November 5, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

dulzura

noun • /[dool-SOO-ra]/

sweetness

Example:

Respondió con una dulzura infinita.

She replied with endless sweetness.

🧠 What does dulzura mean?

Dulzura is a feminine noun that translates to 'sweetness'. It is used in both a literal and a figurative sense. Literally, it refers to the sweet taste of food, like that of sugar or honey. Figuratively, and more commonly, it describes a quality of gentleness, kindness, or tenderness in a person's character, actions, or expression. It conveys a sense of warmth, affection, and softness, often used to describe someone's voice, gaze, or manner.

📚 Extra examples

  • La dulzura de la miel es inconfundible.
    The sweetness of honey is unmistakable.
  • Trataba a los niños con una dulzura infinita.
    She treated the children with infinite sweetness.
  • Me conmovió la dulzura de su mirada.
    I was moved by the sweetness of his gaze.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'dulzura' is the noun form of the adjective 'dulce' (sweet). While 'dulzor' also means sweetness, it is typically used more technically to refer to the specific quality of taste. 'Dulzura' is much more common and carries the broader, more poetic sense of gentleness and affection.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "dulzura"

Synonyms: ternura, suavidad, amabilidad, delicadeza, cariño, dulzor
Opposites: amargura, aspereza, dureza, acidez, amargor

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'sweetness' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'sweetness' in Spanish is 'dulzura'. It can refer to both the taste of something sweet, like sugar, and a quality of gentleness or kindness in a person's character or actions.
How do you pronounce 'dulzura' in Spanish?
Dulzura is pronounced 'dool-SOO-rah'. The 'z' is pronounced like an 's' in Latin America and like 'th' in 'thin' in most of Spain. The stress is on the second-to-last syllable: 'zu'.
How do you use 'dulzura' in a sentence?
An example is: 'La abuela siempre nos hablaba con mucha dulzura.' This means 'Grandma always spoke to us with great sweetness.'
What is the English translation of 'dulzura'?
The primary English translation of 'dulzura' is 'sweetness'. It can also be translated as 'gentleness', 'tenderness', or 'softness' depending on the context, especially when describing a person's character.
Does 'dulzura' change for gender or number?
'Dulzura' is a feminine noun. As an abstract noun, it is typically used in the singular form ('la dulzura'). While a plural form ('dulzuras') exists, it is uncommon and used poetically or to refer to different kinds of sweets or sweet things.
Is 'dulzura' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'dulzura' is quite common, especially when describing food, a person's character, or their way of speaking or acting. It is a standard and widely understood word.
Does 'dulzura' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'dulzura' does not have significant slang or negative double meanings. It can be used as an affectionate term of endearment, similar to calling someone 'sweetie' or 'sweetheart' in English.
Is 'dulzura' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The use of 'dulzura' is consistent across Spain and Latin America. The main difference is the pronunciation of the 'z', as an 's' sound in Latin America and most of southern Spain, and a 'th' sound in most of northern and central Spain.

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