dushi

Papiamentu

adjectives
Definitions
  • very enjoyable or pleasing
  • sweet, delicious, tasty
  • dear, regarded with affection or love

Etymology

Derived from Portuguese doce (sweet) derived from Spanish, Castilian dulce (dessert, candy, sweet, sweets) derived from Kabuverdianu dosi.

Origin

Kabuverdianu

dosi

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