Spanish Conversation · Level 45
75 words
Spanish word
tentador
Pronunciation
IPA/tentaˈðoɾ/
Meaning
- adjectivetempting
Example
Este postre se ve tentador.
This dessert looks tempting.
More examples
El descuento tentador atrajo a muchos clientes.
The tempting discount attracted many customers.
Core concept
An attractive offer, item, or sight that invites acceptance or approach.
Common phrases
postre tentador
tempting dessert
olor tentador
tempting scent
precio tentador
tempting price
Similar words
atractivo: Looks appealing and generates a positive visual impression.
irresistible: Creates a strong urge that people find difficult to resist.
seductor: Offers a tempting, flirtatious vibe that lures attention.
atrayente: Attracts curiosity and invites closer attention or approach.
Definition in Spanish
Que provoca atractivo o deseo y anima a aceptar, probar o acercarse a algo o a alguien.
Word origin
From the verb tentar (from Latin tentare) plus the agentive suffix -dor, originally a noun meaning 'tempter' and later used as an adjective for what provokes desire.
Usage tips
- Spanish adjectives typically follow the noun, so tentador comes after what it describes and must agree in gender and number (el postre tentador, los planes tentadores).