bittersweet

BrE /ˈbɪtəswiːt/ AmE /ˈbɪtərˌswit/

adjective en → es

1 TASTE [attributive / predicative] B2

having a taste that is both bitter and sweet at the same time

amargo y dulce, bittersweet

  • a bittersweet taste

Collocations bittersweet chocolate · bittersweet flavor

  • The cake had a bittersweet taste.

    El pastel tenía un sabor amargo y dulce.

2 EMOTION [attributive / predicative] B2

having feelings that are both happy and sad at the same time

amargo y dulce, agridulce

  • a bittersweet memory/moment

Collocations bittersweet memories · bittersweet moments

  • She had bittersweet memories of her childhood.

    Ella tenía recuerdos agridulces de su infancia.