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Endearment

usgb/ɪnˈdɪrmənt/Volume
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Affectionate TonePlay
Use 'endearment' for intimate or close relationships, showing warmth and love. SlideShe whispered words of endearment to her sleeping child.
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Cultural VariancePlay
Endearment terms vary by culture; what's sweet in one language can sound odd in another. SlideIn Spain, 'mi vida' is a common term of endearment between lovers.
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Personalize EndearmentPlay
Personalized endearments have more impact than generic ones, showing thought and care. SlideInstead of 'honey', he called her 'my star', her personal term of endearment.