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• You should always check your oil , water and tyres before taking your car on a long trip.
• How about a trip to the zoo this afternoon ?
• She's going on a trip to New York, all expenses paid .
• The travel company has written giving information about the trip.
• He's always going off around the world on business trips, leaving his wife to cope with the babies by herself.

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• The bowler tripped as he was delivering the ball .
• She tripped and fell over.
• I tripped as I got off the bus .
• She tripped over the rug .
• I tripped on a piece of wire that someone had stretched across the path .

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What is the translation of "trip" in Spanish?

"trip" in spanish, trip {v.t.}.

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• hacer equivocar
• hacer que se dispare

trip {v.i.}

• volume_up fliparse
• volume_up tropezar

trip {noun}

• volume_up excursión
• desplazamiento
• volume_up viajes

"trip" in English

• volume_up fix
• volume_up guts
• volume_up innards
• volume_up bowel
• breadbasket
• volume_up bellyache

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Phrasal verbs, trip intransitive verb, trip transitive verb, translations, trip [ tripped|tripped ] {transitive verb}.

• "make stumble intentionally"
• "cause to make mistake"
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trip [ tripped|tripped ] {intransitive verb}

Trip [ tripped|tripped ] {verb}.

• "stumble, fall"
• "attempt to make sb fall"
• "drug-induced"

trips {plural}

Trip {masculine}.

• "dosis", slang
• "alucinación", slang

tripas {feminine plural}

Tripas {feminine}, tripa {feminine}.

• "intestino"
• Spain, colloquial
• "vísceras", colloquial
• "barriga", Spain, colloquial
• "tubo", Mexico

dolor de tripa {masculine}

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• volume_up viaje de comestibles

"guided trip" in Spanish

• volume_up visita guiada
• volume_up viaje guiado

"guilt trip" in Spanish

• volume_up viaje de culpa

Synonyms (English) for "trip":

• trigger off

Synonyms (Spanish) for "tripas":

• trio combined for
• trio formed
• trio perform
• trio played
• triose-phosphate isomerase
• triosephosphate mutase
• trip almost
• trip an alarm
• trip around the world
• trip cancellation
• trip cancellation insurance
• trip computer
• trip destination
• trip duration
• trip expenses

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Example sentences of trip noun

• • They got back from their trip yesterday.
• • How much does a trip around the world cost?
• • The doctor diagnosed an ankle injury caused by a trip .
• • He was on an acid trip .

Synonyms of trip noun

Example sentences of trip verb.

• • He deliberately tried to trip me.
• • The dancers tripped off the stage.

Synonyms of trip verb

Phrasal verbs for trip.

• trip up - equivocarse,cometer un error

Related phrases for trip

• round trip - viaje de ida y vuelta
• road trip - viaje de carretera (por auto, bus, etc.)

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Trip in the oxford spanish dictionary, trip in the pons dictionary, trip examples from the pons dictionary (editorially verified), monolingual examples (not verified by pons editors), translations for trip in the english » spanish dictionary, i. trip [ am trɪp, brit trɪp] n.

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2.1. trip (stumble, fall) :

2.2. trip (attempt to make sb fall) :, 2.3. trip → tripwire, 3.1. trip sl (drug-induced) :, 3.2. trip sl (obsession) :, ii. trip < pres part tripping; pt , pp tripped> [ am trɪp, brit trɪp] vb intr, 1.1. trip (stumble) :, 1.2. trip → trip up, 2. trip (move lightly and easily) + adv compl :, 3. trip (on drugs) :, iii. trip < pres part tripping; pt , pp tripped> [ am trɪp, brit trɪp] vb trans, 1. trip (make stumble intentionally) :, 2. trip (cause to make mistake) :, 3. trip (set off) :, see also trip up , ego trip , tripwire, i. trip up vb [ am trɪp -, brit trɪp -] (v + adv) (make mistake).

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II. trip up VB [ Am trɪp -, Brit trɪp -] (v + o + adv, v + adv + o)

1. trip up (make stumble intentionally) :, 2. trip up (cause to make mistake) :, i. ego trip [ am ˈiɡoʊ ˌtrɪp, brit ] n inf.

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II. ego-trip VB intr

Ego-trip < pres part ego tripping; pt , pp ego tripped> inf :, iii. ego-tripping adj, ego-tripping inf pop star/speech :, tripwire [ am ˈtrɪpˌwaɪ(ə)r, brit ˈtrɪpwʌɪə] n.

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school trip N

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trip computer N COMPUT

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trip over VB [ Am trɪp -, Brit trɪp -] (v + adv)

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I. trip out VB [ Am trɪp -, Brit trɪp -] (v + adv) (on drugs)

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trip switch N

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round trip N

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1. round trip (there and back) :

2. round trip (return fare) :, 3. round trip (circular route) :, i. trip [trɪp] -pp- -pp- n, 2. trip inf (effect of drugs) :, 3. trip (fall) :, ii. trip [trɪp] -pp- -pp- vb intr, 1. trip (stumble) :, 2. trip (move lightly) :, iii. trip [trɪp] -pp- -pp- vb trans, 1. trip (cause to stumble) :, 2. trip (switch on) :, i. trip up vb intr, 1. trip up (stumble) :, 2. trip up (verbally) :, ii. trip up vb trans, 1. trip up (cause to stumble) :, 2. trip up (cause to fail) :, ego trip [ˈegəʊtrɪp, am ˈi:goʊ-] n, pleasure trip n.

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boat trip N

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trip over VB intr

Business trip n.

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circular tour N , circular trip N

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How To Say "Trip" In Spanish

When learning a new language, it is essential to grasp the basic vocabulary, such as everyday words like "trip." In Spanish, the word "trip" can have various meanings, depending on the region and context. In this article, we will explore the different ways to express "trip" in Spanish and delve into its regional variations and meanings.

What is "Trip" in Spanish?

In Spanish, the most common translation for "trip" is "viaje." The word viaje (IPA: /viˈaxe/) is used across most Spanish-speaking regions and countries to refer to a journey or a trip. However, it is crucial to note that there are alternative terms and subtle nuances depending on the locale.

Meaning of "Trip" in Spanish

"Viaje" is the standard translation for "trip" in Spanish. However, it is worth exploring the various meanings this word can encompass:

• A Journey : When "viaje" is used in the context of a trip, it generally refers to a journey or voyage, regardless of its purpose or duration.
• Traveling Experience : "Viaje" can also imply the overall experience of traveling, including the sights, sounds, and memories gathered during the journey.
• Traveling Abroad : In certain contexts, "viaje" might specifically indicate a trip taken to a foreign country or overseas.

Synonyms of "Trip" in Spanish

Here are some synonyms of "viaje" in Spanish along with their meanings:

• Travesía (IPA: /tɾaˈβe.sia/): A journey or voyage, often involving travel through various places, especially on water. It can also refer to a long and difficult journey.
• Excursión (IPA: /eksuɾˈsjon/): An excursion or outing, usually a short trip or tour, often for leisure, exploration, or educational purposes.
• Recorrido (IPA: /rekoˈɾiðo/): A tour or trip, typically with a planned route or itinerary, often for sightseeing or specific purposes.
• Paseo (IPA: /paˈseo/): A leisurely stroll or walk, sometimes extended to refer to a casual trip or outing.
• Trayecto (IPA: /tɾaˈʝekto/): The trajectory or path traveled from one point to another, often used to describe a specific section of a journey.
• Expedición (IPA: /ekspe.ðiˈsjon/): An expedition or adventurous journey, usually involving exploration, research, or a specific mission.
• Desplazamiento (IPA: /desplaθaˈmjento/): A displacement or movement from one place to another, which can also refer to a trip or travel.
• Traslado (IPA: /tɾasˈlaðo/): A transfer or relocation, often referring to moving from one location to another, especially when changing residence or workplace.
• Ruta (IPA: /ˈruta/): A route or itinerary followed during a journey, commonly used when describing a specific path taken.
• Aventura (IPA: /aβenˈtuɾa/): An adventure or exciting experience, often involving travel to new or unusual places.

Regional References

• Spain : In Spain, the word "viaje" is widely used, just like in other Spanish-speaking countries. However, there is also another term, "excursión," which specifically refers to a day trip or an excursion.
• Mexico : Mexican Spanish predominantly uses "viaje" as well, but it is also common to hear "paseo" or "travesía" in certain contexts. "Paseo" emphasizes a leisurely walk or outing, while "travesía" indicates a more adventurous or daring trip.
• Argentina : In Argentina, "viaje" remains the primary term for "trip," but you may also come across "excursión" or "travesía" as well. Additionally, Argentinian Spanish introduces the colloquial term "escapada," which conveys the idea of a quick getaway or short trip.
• Colombia : Colombian Spanish mainly employs "viaje" to express "trip." However, you might also hear "recorrido" or "trayecto" in certain regions, emphasizing the idea of a journey or route.

How to Say "Trip" in Spanish: Sample Sentences

Here are five sample sentences you can use to say "trip" in Spanish:

• ¿Estás emocionado por nuestro próximo viaje a Barcelona?

( Are you excited about our upcoming trip to Barcelona? )

• Mi hermana está planeando un viaje a México el próximo verano.

( My sister is planning a trip to Mexico next summer .)

• Durante el viaje por la selva, vimos increíbles especies de animales.

( During the trip through the jungle, we saw incredible animal species .)

• Quiero hacer una travesía por Sudamérica y conocer diferentes culturas.

( I want to take a trip through South America and experience different cultures .)

• El guía turístico organizó una emocionante excursión a las montañas.

( The tour guide arranged an exciting excursion to the mountains .)

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Knowing how to say "trip" in Spanish is an essential part of language learning. The word "viaje" serves as the standard translation in most Spanish-speaking countries, but it's interesting to note the regional variations and subtle nuances that exist. Whether you're planning a leisurely "paseo" in Mexico, an adventurous "travesía" in Argentina, or an exciting "excursión" in Spain, understanding these variations will help you communicate more effectively during your journeys. Embrace the richness of the Spanish language as you embark on your next "viaje" to a Spanish-speaking destination. ¡Buen viaje!

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• as in expedition
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Thesaurus Definition of trip

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Synonyms & Similar Words

• peregrination
• commutation
• misunderstanding
• miscalculation
• misinterpretation
• misjudgment
• misconception
• misstatement
• misconstruction
• miscomprehension
• misdescription
• misapprehension
• misimpression

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• correctness
• infallibility
• preciseness

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• step (along)
• hotfoot (it)
• slump (over)
• precipitate
• nose - dive
• free - fall
• road - trip
• peregrinate
• knock (about)
• perambulate
• drop the ball
• misunderstand
• miscalculate
• misconceive
• misconstrue
• misinterpret

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noun as in journey, excursion

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• peregrination

noun as in error, blunder

• indiscretion

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verb as in fall, err

• miscalculate
• go headlong
• lose balance
• lose footing
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The show will also include documenting the winner’s ISS trip, including their launch and 10-day space station stay, as well as their return journey and landing.

They’re waterproof, which makes them good for whitewater trips, too.

Some said, “That’ll be the trip of your life,” while others noted, “That place will change you.”

It’s here that my parents told me to take a trip to the village to search for these answers on my own.

Case would even offer to fly out promising and hard-to-reach startups to have them join the trip.

Finding the shop is a trip in itself and an introduction to a slice of history.

Anthony Goldstein probably chose a trip to the Quidditch World Cup over his Birthright trip to Israel.

After my first trip to his place in Tucson we called one another on the telephone.

“During this trip, I did as a lone wolf, I risked a lot,” he said.

My trip takes the reverse path, and I begin by assessing the depth of my Shakespeare knowledge in his birthplace.

The Comet started on her first trip up the Arkansas, being the first steam boat that ascended that river.

Liszt has returned from his trip, and I have played to him twice this week, and am to go again on Monday.

But Punch was five; and he knew that going to England would be much nicer than a trip to Nassick.

The Italian trip was discussed, and considerable ignorance of geography was, as is usual, manifested by all present.

I knowed, a-course, that I could go kick up a fuss when Simpson stopped by his office on his trip back from Goldstone.

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How to Say Beautiful in Spanish: 17 Different Words with Examples and Audio

If you look around, you can probably find many things you could call “beautiful.”

The sky, flowers, a bird and its song. Maybe an attractive person walking by.

But using the same word for everything gets old pretty quickly. At some point, we need to expand our vocabulary and include a few synonyms. 

With these 17 ways to say “beautiful” in Spanish, you’ll always have the perfect word for any situation.

Keep reading for all the words and the right context to use them in! 

1. Bello / Bella

• 2. Hermoso / Hermosa
• 3. Bonito / Bonita
• 4. Lindo / Linda

5. Radiante

6. guapo / guapa.

• 7. Atractivo / Atractiva
• 8. Precioso / Preciosa
• 9. Mono / Mona

10. Agradable

11. bueno / buena, 12. sexy / sexi.

• 13. Estupendo / Estupenda
• 14. Magnífico / Magnífica
• 15. Espléndido / Espléndida
• 16. Delicioso / Deliciosa

17. Rico / Rica

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Bello/bella  quite literally means “beautiful.” However, it can also be used similarly to “lovely.”

Bello/bella  can be used to describe people, places or things , so you can whip it out whenever you think anyone or anything is beautiful.

¡Qué bello es tu hijo! (How handsome is your son!)

Barcelona es una ciudad bella y llena de encanto. (Barcelona is a beautiful and charming city.)

Los vestidos en esa tienda son tan bellos . (The dresses in that store are so beautiful.)

2. Hermoso / Hermos a

While  hermoso/hermosa  also means “beautiful,” it’s a bit more flexible than bello/bella .

Hermoso/hermosa  can also mean “handsome,” “gorgeous,” “noble” or “nice.” Colloquially, it can even mean “plump.”

Like bello/bella,  hermoso/hermosa  can be used to describe people, places or things .

Rony es un hombre hermoso y carismático. (Rony is a handsome and charismatic man.)

Las montañas son hermosas y pintorescas. (The mountains are beautiful and picturesque.)

Aquel cuadro es una obra de arte hermosa y expresiva. (That painting is a beautiful and expressive work of art .)

3. Bonito / Bonit a

Bonito/bonita  can mean “beautiful,” but it’s most often used like the English word “pretty.” However, it can also mean “lovely” or “nice.”

In Latin America,  bonito  can be an adverb to describe an action. In this case, it means “well” or “nicely.”

If you see  bonito  on a menu, though, proceed with caution, since it can also be a noun for a fish similar to tuna.

In short, the adjective  bonito/bonita  can describe a person, place or thing . In Latin America, the adverb  bonito  can commonly be used to describe an action.

Mi compañera tiene una familia bonita . (My coworker has a lovely family.)

Mi tía vive en una bonita calle en el campo. (My aunt lives on a pretty street in the country.)

Hizo un gesto bonito al ayudar al anciano a cruzar la calle. (He made a nice gesture by helping the elderly man cross the street.)

4. Lindo / Lind a

Lindo/linda  is another term that can be used to mean “beautiful,” but it’s usually used like “pretty,” “lovely,” “nice,” “cute,” “excellent” or “first-rate.” It can be used to describe people, places or things .

Like bonito , in Latin America  lindo  can act as an adverb to describe actions as “well” or “nicely” (for instance, someone might paint well or draw nicely).

Ellos tienen tres hijas lindas y educadas. (They have three pretty and polite daughters.)

El parque es un lindo lugar para almorzar. (The park is a lovely place to have lunch.)

Canta lindo en el coro de la escuela. (She sings beautifully in the school choir.)

Radiante  can mean “beautiful” like the English word “radiant.” It can also mean “splendid” or “joyful.”

Radiante  can be used to describe people, places or things .

Se veía radiante el día de su boda. (She looked radiant on her wedding day.)

El jardín botánico es un lugar radiante , lleno de coloridas flores y exuberante vegetación. (The botanical garden is a radiant place, full of colorful flowers and lush vegetation.)

Los amaneceres en la playa son radiantes y llenos de colores. (Sunrises at the beach are radiant and colorful.)

Guapo/guapa  is used like “handsome” or “good-looking.” It’s usually used to describe people .

Outside of this meaning, though,  guapo/guapa  can be used in several other contexts. It can be used as a noun that means “brave person,” and it also has a wide variety of regional meanings.

For instance, in Spain, it can be used to describe anything (including things and places) that looks nice or it can be used to mean “cool” or even “pal.”

In Latin America, it can mean “gutsy,” but it can also mean “bully” or “braggart.” In Central America, guapo  can refer to a male movie lead.

Es más guapo que tu ex novio. (He’s more handsome than your ex-boyfriend.)

Mi abuela era muy guapa cuando era joven. (My grandma was very pretty when she was young.)

Las chicas se pusieron guapas para el evento. (The girls got dressed up for the event.)

7. Atractivo / Atractiv a

Atractivo/atractiva  literally means “attractive.” As an adjective, it can be used to describe people, places or things that are good-looking or appealing.

As a noun, atractivo  can mean “attractiveness,” “attraction,” “charm” or “appeal.”

Él es un hombre muy atractivo con una sonrisa encantadora. (He’s a really attractive man with a charming smile.)

París es una ciudad muy atractiva para los amantes del arte y la cultura. ( Paris is a very attractive city for lovers of art and culture.)

Los pantalones que compraron son realmente actractivos . (The pants they bought are really attractive.) 

8. Precioso / P recios a

Precioso/preciosa  is used like “gorgeous” or “lovely,” but it can also mean “valuable” or “precious.”

Precioso/preciosa  can be used to describe people, places and things .

El nuevo bebé de Camila es precioso . (Camila’s new baby is precious.) 

Compraron una preciosa cabaña en las montañas. (They bought a precious cabin in the mountains.)

Me compré unas joyas preciosas . (I bought myself some precious jewels). 

9. Mono / M on a

If you’ve studied Spanish in school, your first thought when you hear  mono/mona  is probably “monkey.” If you’ve been to Spain before , then the definition of “cute” may come to mind. It does have both these meanings, and it can mean “lovely” or “pretty” as well.

Use mono/mona wisely. Not only can it mean “lovely,” “pretty,” “cute” and “monkey,” but it also has a plethora of other possible meanings.

As a noun, it can mean “jumpsuit,” “joker” (in a deck of cards) and “withdrawal” (from drugs). In Latin America, it can mean “yellow,” and in Colombia , it can be used to mean “blonde.” 

¡Eres tan mono ! (You’re so cute!)

Conocí a una chica muy mona en la playa. (I met a really pretty girl at the beach.)

¡Qué sombrero más mono ! (W hat a nice little hat!)

Agradable  translates to “agreeable” or “pleasant.”

Agradable  can be used like “beautiful” to describe places and things . While it can also be used to describe people, its meaning is more purely “agreeable” or “pleasant” in this context.

Laura es una persona muy agradable , siempre está dispuesta a ayudar. ( Laura is a very nice person, she’s always willing to help.)

El parque tiene un ambiente muy agradable , con árboles, bancos y un lago. ( The park has a very nice atmosphere, with trees, benches and a lake.)

El aroma de las flores es muy agradable y crea un ambiente relajante en la habitación. ( The scent of flowers is very pleasant and creates a relaxing atmosphere in the room.)

As any Spanish speaker will tell you, the most common meaning of  bueno/buena  is “good.”

However, bueno/buena  can also be used colloquially to describe an attractive person with the verb estar . When used in this way, bueno/buena  has a slightly raunchier connotation—sort of like “sexy” or “hot.”

If you use it with  ser  to describe a person, then it means that they’re “good” in terms of character.

El amigo de Marcos está muy bueno . (Marcos’s friend is so hot.)

¿Has visto a la chica nueva? ¡Está buena ! (Have you seen the new girl? She’s hot!)

Tu hijo es una buena persona. (Your son is a good person.)

This one should be easy to remember.  Sexy/sexi  means “sexy.” This word is derived directly from English. The spelling may vary since  sexy  is the exact English spelling and  sexi  is an attempt to make it more Spanish.

While sexy/sexi  is most often used to describe a person , it can also be used to describe things like movies or clothing. Additionally, it can be used as a noun meaning “sex appeal.”

¿Por qué no te pones ese vestido sexi que usaste en tu cumpleaños? (Why don’t you put on that sexy dress that you wore on your birthday?)

Las bailarinas de respaldo en el concierto bailaron muy sexy . (The backup dancers at the concert danced really sexy.)

¡El actor de ese programa es tan sexy ! (T he actor from that show is so sexy!)

13. Estupendo / Estupend a

Estupendo/estupenda  means “stupendous,” “great” or “marvelous.” It can be less literally used to describe things like the weather and places as being “beautiful.”

Estupendo/estupenda  can be used to describe people, but in this case, you’d be using the literal definition and not “beautiful.”

La vista desde la cima de la montaña era estupenda . (T he view from the top of the mountain was stupendous/beautiful.)

La comida en este restaurante es estupenda . (The food at this restaurant is excellent.)

Mi hermana es una estupenda bailarina. (My sister is an amazing dancer.)

14. Magnífico / Magnífic a

Magnífico/magnífica  literally means “magnificent” or “wonderful.”

Like e stupendo/estupenda,   magnífico/magnífica  can be used like “beautiful” to describe things, the weather and places . However, when magnífico/magnífica   is used to describe people it means “magnificent” or “wonderful,” not “beautiful.”

Juan es un cantante magnífico con una voz poderosa. (Juan is a magnificent singer with a powerful voice.)

El palacio es una obra de arquitectura magnífica . (The palace is a magnificent piece of architecture.)

El vestido que llevas puesto es magnífico , te queda muy bien. (The dress you’re wearing is beautiful, it suits you very well.)

15. Espléndido / Espléndid a

Espléndido/espléndida  is the equivalent of “splendid.” It can also mean “generous.”

Like  e stupendo/estupenda  and   magnífico/magnífica, espléndido/espléndida  can be used more like “beautiful” when describing things (like weather or food) or places . When describing a person, it means “splendid” or “generous.” 

María lucía espléndida en su vestido de gala. (María looked splendid in her evening gown.)

El atardecer de ayer fue espléndido . (Yesterday’s sunset was beautiful.)

Disfrutamos de una comida espléndida en nuestro restaurante favorito. (We enjoyed a splendid meal at our favorite restaurant.)

16. Delicioso / Delicios a

Delicioso/deliciosa  usually means “delicious,” but it can also mean “lovely,” “charming” or “delightful.”

When used to describe food , it usually means “delicious,” but the other meanings apply when describing places or things .

La heladería en la esquina tiene helados deliciosos . (The ice cream shop on the corner has delicious ice cream.)

Estoy leyendo un libro delicioso que me transporta a un mundo fascinante. (I’m reading a delightful book that transports me to a fascinating world.)

Tuvimos un día delicioso en la playa. (We had a lovely day at the beach.)

While  rico/rica  usually means “rich” (in wealth or flavor) or “delicious.”

However, in some countries, rico/rica can also mean “cute” or “lovely.” When it means “cute” or “lovely,” it’s usually being used to describe people, but it can also describe places or things .

In certain contexts,  rico/rica  means “rich” or “wealthy,” and when paired with  estar  to describe a person it gets closer in meaning to “sexy.”

Nos hizo una rica sopa con verduras de su huerta. (She made us a delicious soup with vegetables from her garden.)

¡Qué rico es bañarse en el mar! (How nice it is to swim in the sea!)

Ayer conocí a un chico rico en el gimnasio. (I met a cute guy at the gym yesterday.)

Regardless of how many vocabulary words you know, sometimes you just can’t find a word that’s strong enough. Luckily, there’s a simple way to add emphasis to Spanish adjectives: just add  -ísimo or  -ísima  to the end of the word.

For instance, bueno  (good) becomes buenísimo   (very good/terrific). See how these words for “beautiful” become words meaning “very/extremely beautiful” or even “gorgeous”:

hermosa → hermosísima

lindo → lindísimo

guapa → guapísima

This is better suited to certain words and sounds awkward on the ends of some descriptors. Learn more about -ísimo adjectives with SpanishDict’s helpful lesson .

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