inviting

[ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ]

adjective/verb (present participle)

convidativo

1. attractive and tempting; appealing

The warm fireplace looked very inviting on a cold winter night.

A lareira aquecida parecia muito convidativa em uma noite fria de inverno.

2. present participle of invite; asking someone to go somewhere or do something

She is inviting her friends to the party.

Ela está convidando seus amigos para a festa.

3. welcoming; creating a pleasant atmosphere

The restaurant has an inviting atmosphere with soft lighting.

O restaurante tem uma atmosfera convidativa com iluminação suave.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

convidativo

most common usage

General Brazilian

atrativo

alternative for appealing sense

Portugal

convidativo

standard usage

Portugal

atraente

alternative for attractive sense

an inviting offer - uma oferta tentadora

inviting trouble - provocar problemas

inviting someone in - convidar alguém para entrar

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