/senˈswal/
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Translation
sensual
Word origin
From Latin sensualis, from sensus ('feeling, sensation'), from sentire ('to feel'). The same root gives English 'sense' and 'sensory'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- sensualis
- English cognates
- sense, sensory
Grammar
Masc pluralsensuales
Examples
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The singer has a very sensual voice.
tango .
They danced a slow and sensual tango.
perfume .
The perfume had a sensual scent.
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I liked the sensual lighting of the restaurant.
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Her sensual gaze caught everyone's attention.
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