Sweet nothings Meaning in English

expression · lemma: sweet nothing

US

ˈswit/ /ˈnəθɪŋz

SWEET NUH-things

UK

swˈiːt/ /nˈʌθɪŋz

sweet NUH-things

Definition

Romantic or loving words whispered to someone, usually in a gentle or affectionate way, especially between partners.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in informal, romantic contexts. Often appears in phrases like 'whisper sweet nothings'. Refers to affectionate words, not necessarily with literal meaning. Not used for serious conversation.

• Spanish: palabras dulces - susurros románticos
• Portuguese (BR): palavras doces - carinhos
• Portuguese (PT): palavras doces - mimos
• Chinese (Simplified): 情话 - 甜言蜜语
• Chinese (Traditional): 情話 - 甜言蜜語
• Hindi: प्रेम भरी बातेँ - मीठी बातें
• Arabic: كلمات حب - همسات رومانسية
• Bengali: মধুর কথা - প্রেমালাপ
• Russian: нежности - ласковые слова
• Japanese: 甘い言葉
• Vietnamese: lời thì thầm ngọt ngào - lời yêu thương
• Korean: 달콤한 말 - 속삭임
• Turkish: tatlı sözler - romantik sözler
• Urdu: محبت بھرے الفاظ - پیار بھری باتیں
• Indonesian: kata manis - rayuan romantis

Example Sentences

He whispered sweet nothings in her ear.

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Couples often share sweet nothings.

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She smiled at his sweet nothings.

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Don't believe all his sweet nothings—he says that to everyone.

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Late at night, they exchanged sweet nothings by text.

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Sometimes a few sweet nothings can make your whole day better.

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