clásica
“clásica” means “classical” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
classical, classic
Also: standard
📝 In Action
Me encanta escuchar música clásica cuando estudio.
A1I love listening to classical music when I study.
Ella lleva una falda clásica de color negro.
A2She is wearing a classic black skirt.
La literatura clásica es obligatoria en la escuela.
B1Classical literature is mandatory in school.
classic
📝 In Action
Él ganó la clásica de San Sebastián.
B2He won the San Sebastian classic (race).
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Words that translate to "clásica" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: clásica
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'classical music'?
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From the Latin word 'classicus', which originally described citizens of the highest social class in Rome.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'clásica' for a man?
No. If you are describing a man or a masculine object, you must use 'clásico'.
Does 'clásica' only mean old music?
Not necessarily! While it often refers to Mozart or Bach, it can also mean anything that follows a traditional, high-quality style that doesn't change with trends.