Adjectives in Spanish Language
Explore the group of words known as adjectives in Spanish, describing attributes or features of nouns.
internacional
international
The word 'internacional' is used in Spanish similarly as 'international' is used in English. It is most often used when referring to things, events, or people that involve more than one country. For example, if someone participates in an 'evento internacional', they are taking part in an 'international event'. It can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is known, recognized or present in many different countries.
Example sentences with internacional →izquierda
left
The word 'izquierda' in Spanish is used to denote the direction 'left'. It's an adjective used to specify a direction or location. For instance, 'gira a la izquierda' translates to 'turn to the left'. It's also used in political context similar to English to refer to left-wing politics.
Example sentences with izquierda →jazz
jazz
The word 'jazz' in Spanish has the same meaning as it does in English. It refers to a music genre that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Jazz can express many different emotions, from pain to pure joy. In jazz, the sounds of brass and woodwind instruments and pianos are often overlaid with breakbeat and high hat cymbals.
Example sentences with jazz →joven
young
The Spanish word 'joven' is used exactly as the English word 'young'. It can be used to refer to a person, animal, or thing that is in the early stages of life or growth. It can also be used in a broader sense to describe something that is new or fresh.
Example sentences with joven →juguetón
playful
Juguetón translates to 'playful'. It refers to a person who is fond of playing, amusing and lighthearted. For example, 'El niño es juguetón' translates to 'The child is playful'.
Example sentences with juguetón →justo
fair
The Spanish word 'justo' translates to 'fair' in English. It is used to denote something that is in accordance with the rules or standards. It can be used to describe a person who treats everybody equally as well as a situation or judgment that is equitable and just. For instance, in a sentence, it can be used like 'El juez fue justo en su veredicto' meaning 'The judge was fair in his verdict'.
largo
long
The Spanish word 'largo' corresponds to the English word 'long' and is used to describe the length of something. It can refer to both physical length (as in a long road or a long book) as well as metaphorical length (as in a long wait or a long conversation). Its usage is similar to that in English. Note that 'largo' should agree in gender with the noun it describes; use 'larga' when describing feminine words.
Example sentences with largo →legal
legal
The word 'legal' is the same in Spanish, meaning both legal in the sense of something being related to law, and also meaning cool or great in popular urban slang. Be attentive to the context in which it is used to correctly interpret the intended meaning.
Example sentences with legal →lejos
away
The Spanish word for 'away' is 'lejos'. It is used similarly in Spanish as it is in English, indicating the state of not being present in a certain location, or indicating distance from a certain point. For example, 'No estoy lejos' translates to 'I am not away' in English. It should be noted that Spanish has several other words that can also translate to 'away' depending on the context, including 'fuera', 'alejado', and 'ausente'.
Example sentences with lejos →lento
slow
'Lento' falls on the direct opposite of the speed spectrum which pertains to something slow or sluggish.
Example sentences with lento →libre
free
The Spanish word for 'free' is 'libre'. It is mostly used in the same context as in English, representing the absence of constraint or cost. It can describe a person, a place, or a state of mind. However, 'libre' might not be used in situations where 'free' means without charge; 'gratis' would be more appropriate there.
Example sentences with libre →liso
smooth
The Spanish word 'liso' translates to 'smooth' in English. It can be used to describe various types of surfaces that are free from bumps or roughness. For example, in context, 'un papel liso' means 'a smooth paper'. Its usage is not just confined to physical objects but can also extend to abstract notions like smooth transitions or operations.
listo
ready
The Spanish word 'listo', is used similar to the English equivalent 'ready'. It usually describes when someone or something is prepared or set for the actions or events about to happen. For instance, 'Estoy listo para la fiesta', means 'I am ready for the party'. However, it can also mean smart or clever when used to describe a person.
Example sentences with listo →lleno
full
The Spanish translation for 'full' is 'lleno'. It is used in the same context as in English. It can refer to a quantity state where there is no more room for more, such as a full glass of water which translates to 'un vaso lleno de agua'. It can also refer to a state of completeness or wholeness.
Example sentences with lleno →lo siento
sorry
In Spanish, 'sorry' translates to 'lo siento' and it is commonly used to express regret or ask for forgiveness, as you would in English. It can be used in casual or formal situations, and the use largely depends on the context. For instance, you would say 'lo siento' when you apologize for a mistake or want to express sympathy.
Example sentences with lo siento →local
local
The word 'local' in Spanish retains the same spelling as its English equivalent - 'local'. However, pronunciation differs slightly. It is used in contexts referencing local regions or establishments, such as 'tienda local' (local shop). It can also mean 'local' in the context of 'local news', translated as 'noticias locales'. As always, usage is highly dependent on context.
Example sentences with local →luz
light
In Spanish, the word for 'light' is 'luz'. In most contexts, it is used to indicate the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible. However, it is also sometimes used metaphorically to refer to enlightenment or understanding. Just as in English, it can also refer to the device which produces illumination.
Example sentences with luz →más
more
The Spanish word 'más' corresponds to English 'more'. It can be used both in the context of wanting more quantity of something, as well as in comparisons to indicate that something is superior in some aspect. For example, 'quiero más' means 'I want more', while 'Ella es más alta que yo' means 'She is taller than me'.
Example sentences with más →materia anual
annual
'Materia anual' is a Spanish term that is usually used to speak about a school subject that lasts for the entire academic year. Its direct English translation can be 'annual subject'. However, in English, it is more common to refer to it simply as a 'year-long course' or 'annual course'.
material
material
The word 'material' in Spanish is used in the same context as in English and it means substance out of which things are made or considered as a potential or actuality. It can also be used to refer to information or ideas for use in creating a book or other work.
Example sentences with material →mayor
most
The Spanish word 'mayor' is commonly used as an adjective and can be translated as 'most' in English. It is generally placed before the noun it modifies. Sometimes it is also used in comparison context. Like English, it's also used to denote 'greater in amount or degree.' It's a versatile word that often sees use in everyday Spanish conversation and writing.
Example sentences with mayor →médico
medical
The Spanish word 'médico' is used in contexts relating to the science or practice of medicine, doctors, or medical fields. Similar to English, it can be used both as an adjective and a noun. For example, when talking about a 'medical center' you would say 'centro médico'. If referring to a doctor, you can use 'médico' as a noun.
Example sentences with médico →mejor
best
The word 'mejor' in Spanish is an adjective used to describe something or someone that is superior in some way. This could be in terms of quality, ability, or performance. Like in English, it can be used in various contexts, such as comparing two or more things, stating preferences, or showing improvement. For instance, 'Este es el mejor café' means 'This is the best coffee.'
Example sentences with mejor →menos
least
The Spanish word 'menos' is the direct translation for the English word 'least'. It is often used in comparisons, just like in English, to express the lowest degree out of a group or set. It can also be used in negations to imply the absence of something, although this usage is less common. Always remember to use it in appropriate contexts for proper comprehension.
Example sentences with menos →minuto
minute
The Spanish word for 'minute' is 'minuto'. It is used in the same context as it is in English, to indicate a unit of time. The word 'minuto' is a masculine noun in Spanish, so when using it in a sentence, ensure that it agrees with other elements in the sentence.
Example sentences with minuto →mismo
same
The Spanish word 'mismo' is used to indicate that something is identical. We use it when we are referring to something that is not different or changes. For example, 'La misma chica' which means 'The same girl'. Yet it can also be used for emphasis, such as 'Yo mismo lo hice' translates to 'I did it myself'. The context of the sentence usually determines its precise meaning.
Example sentences with mismo →motor
motor
The Spanish word 'motor' translates to 'motor' in English. It commonly refers to a machine, especially one powered by electricity or internal combustion, that supplies motive power for a vehicle or for some other device with moving parts. It is widely used in various fields like automotive, mechanical, electrical, and many more. Just like in English, the word can also be used metaphorically in Spanish to describe a driving force or influence.
Example sentences with motor →mucho
much
The Spanish word 'mucho' is used in exactly the same context as the English word 'much'. It is used to denote a large quantity or degree of something. For example, just like you say 'I have much work to do' in English, in Spanish it is 'Tengo mucho trabajo que hacer'.
Example sentences with mucho →muchos
many
The Spanish word 'muchos' is used to represent the English word 'many' and is typically used in the same way to describe or quantify a large number of people or things. For example, 'muchos estudiantes' translates to 'many students'.
Example sentences with muchos →muy hecho
very well done
The Spanish phrase 'muy hecho' translates to 'very well done' in English. It is often used in the context of cooking, to refer to food that has been cooked thoroughly or for a long period of time, such as a steak that is 'very well done'. However, it can also be used more broadly to mean that something has been done to a high standard or with a lot of effort.