abrazos
/aˈβɾa.θos/A gesture of affection or comfort where one encloses another person in their arms.
Se despidió con un fuerte abrazo.
She said goodbye with a tight hug.
Commonly used in greetings, farewells, or to express support.
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💡Pro Tip
Common in letters/emails
In Spanish-speaking cultures, 'abrazos' is often used at the end of informal letters or emails as a warm closing (e.g., 'Con cariño, abrazos').
⚡Gold Rule
Plural form
The plural 'abrazos' is more common in greetings (e.g., 'Te mando abrazos' = 'Sending you hugs'), while the singular 'un abrazo' refers to a single hug.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'abracciare' (to embrace), derived from 'ad-' (to) + 'bracchium' (arm).
📝Usage Notes
Used in both literal and figurative contexts (e.g., 'abrazos de gratitud' for 'hugs of gratitude'). In writing, often pluralized as 'un abrazo' (a hug) or 'abrazos' (hugs).