artístico
“artístico” means “artistic” in Spanish (relating to art or the arts).
artistic
Also: creative, aesthetic
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Él tiene un talento artístico impresionante.
A2He has an impressive artistic talent.
Madrid es un gran centro artístico.
B1Madrid is a great artistic center.
La película destaca por su valor artístico.
B2The movie stands out for its artistic value.
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How would you say 'artistic talent' (masculine noun: talento) in Spanish?
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Derived from the Latin word 'artisticus,' which comes from 'ars' (meaning skill, craft, or art). It has been used in Spanish for centuries to describe things made with great skill.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'artístico' to describe a person?
Not directly as a label for their profession. You wouldn't say 'He is artistic' to mean he is a painter (use 'Es artista'). You use 'artístico' to describe their personality or their work, like 'Él tiene un lado muy artístico' (He has a very artistic side).
Does 'artístico' ever change its spelling?
Yes! It changes to 'artística' if you are describing a feminine noun (e.g., 'una obra artística') and adds an 's' for plurals ('unos cuadros artísticos').
Is 'artístico' related to 'artificial'?
Yes, they share the same root! Both come from 'arte,' which originally meant anything created by human skill rather than by nature.