romantic
¡Qué bobo/boba!
How cute / You're so sweet (affectionate)
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What does it mean?
"¡Qué bobo/boba!" literally means "how silly/dumb" but when said affectionately it means "you're so cute/sweet/adorable". Tone of voice is everything — said warmly to a partner it's a term of endearment.
How to use it
Affectionate teasing between couples or close friends. Said with warmth, not criticism.
Example sentences
You're so sweet!
¡Qué bobo eres!
How adorable!
¡Qué boba!
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