Definition

A type of sweet food or dessert, often made with sugar or other sweet ingredients.

Example

She enjoyed a piece of dulce after dinner.

Conversation

I tried that new dessert place downtown yesterday.

Oh really? What did you have there?

I had a cake that was so rich in dulce, it was amazing!

That sounds delicious! I need to check it out soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dulce → It originates from Latin 'dulcis' (meaning sweet). The word 'dulce' refers to something that is sweet in taste or flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word 'dulcis' which means sweet — this helps you remember that 'dulce' refers to something sweet.

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