Darlings Meaning in English
word · lemma: darling
/ˈdɑɹɫɪŋz/
DAR-lingz
/dˈɑːlɪŋz/
DAH-lingz
Definition
The plural of 'darling,' meaning people you love very much, often used to refer to loved ones, close friends, or as a term of endearment.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used as a term of endearment in informal, affectionate contexts. Can refer to romantic partners, children, family, or close friends. Plural 'darlings' is rare; more common in theatrical, literary, or playful tone. Do not confuse with 'dear' (slightly more formal).
Spanish: cariños - amoresPortuguese (BR): queridos - amoresPortuguese (PT): queridos - amoresChinese (Simplified): 宝贝们 - 亲爱的们Chinese (Traditional): 寶貝們 - 親愛的們Hindi: प्रिय - प्यारेArabic: أعزاء - أحبائيBengali: প্রিয়জনরা - ভালোবাসার জনেরাRussian: дорогие - любимыеJapanese: ダーリンたち - 愛しい人たちVietnamese: các em yêu - những người thân yêuKorean: 여보들 - 사랑하는 사람들Turkish: sevgililer - canlarUrdu: پیارو - عزیزوIndonesian: sayang-sayang - orang-orang tercinta
Example Sentences
Come here, my darlings.
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The teacher smiled at her darlings.
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Goodnight, darlings!
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Alright, darlings, let’s get started with the lesson.
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She waved goodbye to her darlings at the bus stop.
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"Hurry up, darlings! We’ll be late," Mom called from the door.
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