be enticing
[/bi ɪnˈtaɪsɪŋ/]
verb phrase
ser atraente, ser tentador, ser sedutor
1. to be attractive, appealing, or tempting in a way that arouses interest or desire
The aroma of fresh bread is very enticing.
O aroma do pão fresco é muito tentador.
2. to be alluring or captivating, often in a slightly mysterious or suggestive way
Her mysterious smile was enticing to everyone in the room.
Seu sorriso misterioso era sedutor para todos na sala.
3. to offer an irresistible inducement or incentive
The job offer with high salary was enticing.
A oferta de emprego com salário alto era muito atraente.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'be enticing' is widely used in marketing, romance, and everyday conversation to describe anything from food to opportunities to people. In Brazil, it often carries a slightly more suggestive or flirtatious tone, while in American English it's more neutral and widely applicable across contexts.
NYC Slang
be fire, be poppin', be calling someone's name
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