nounnounadjective

el querido

dear · beloved · love

Se dice de una persona o cosa que es amada o apreciada por alguien.

The word "querido" in Spanish means "dear" or "beloved". It is the past participle of the verb "querer" (to love or to want) and is often used as an adjective to refer to someone who is loved or cherished.

Examples:

  • Mi querido amigo – My dear friend
  • Querida mamá – Dear mom

It can also be used as a noun to refer to a loved person, like "darling" or "lover".

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Examples

Mi querido amigo me visitó ayer.adjective

My dear friend visited me yesterday.

Mi perro es muy querido.adjective

My dog is very beloved.

Mi perro es muy querido por la familia.adjective

My dog is very loved by the family.

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