el capricho
whim
Deseo o gusto que aparece de repente, sin una razón importante, y que a veces dura poco tiempo.
The Spanish word "capricho" refers to a whim or a sudden, impulsive desire or fancy. It often implies something that is done for pleasure or indulgence without practical necessity or reason. For example, buying an expensive item on a whim would be considered a "capricho."
In English, it can be translated as "whim," "fancy," or "impulse."
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Examples
Decidió comprar el coche nuevo por puro capricho.noun
He decided to buy the new car on a mere whim.
Los caprichos de mi hermano a veces cansan a toda la familia.noun
The whims of my brother sometimes tire the whole family.
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