Pecadillo

ENZH

What Does Pecadillo Mean?

  • 小罪
  • 微罪
  • 小过失

Pecadillo Pronunciation

/pɛkəˈdiːjoʊ/

Pecadillo Definition

noun

Definition

A minor offense or sin; a slight wrongdoing.

In ZH

一种轻微的犯罪或罪过;小过失。

How to Use Pecadillo in a Sentence

  • He committed a pecadillo that he quickly regretted.
  • Many consider telling small lies to be mere pecadillos.
  • She was forgiven for her pecadillo during the meeting.
  • In the grand scheme of things, his pecadillo was inconsequential.
  • Pecadillos often go unnoticed in the hustle of daily life.

Cultural Notes

In Spanish-speaking cultures, 'pecadillo' often refers to minor moral failings or mistakes, and is sometimes treated with leniency.