melindre (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/mɛˈlindɾe/

How the Word is Used

"Melindre" is a noun in Spanish that refers to someone who is overly delicate, finicky, or fussy. It can also mean a sense of affected refinement or prudery. This word is used both in oral speech and written context, but it might be slightly more common in written pieces due to its slightly formal nature.

Examples

1. Su melindre a la hora de elegir la comida le ha ganado el apodo de ‘El crítico exigente’ en el restaurante.

2. Translation: Their fussiness when it comes to choosing food has earned them the nickname 'The demanding critic' at the restaurant.

3. Prefiero la sinceridad a tu melindre constante sobre todo.

4. Translation: I prefer honesty over your constant prudery.

Idiomatic Expressions

• Andarse con melindres
• Meaning: To be fussy or overly delicate.

• Example: No te andes con melindres y simplemente elige lo que te gusta.
  Translation: Stop being fussy and just choose what you like.

• Hacer melindres

• Meaning: To be overly picky or finicky.
• Example: Deja de hacer melindres y come lo que hay en el plato.
  Translation: Stop being fussy and eat what's on the plate.

Etymology

The word "melindre" comes from the Old Spanish "melindroso," which originates from the Latin word "melindrosus," meaning pampered or delicate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

• Synonyms: Escrúpulo, finura, afectación.
• Antonyms: Despreocupación, sencillez, descuido.