deliciosa
/deh-lee-see-OH-sah/
delicious
This vibrant cupcake looks so appealing, it must be deliciosa (delicious)!
📝 In Action
Esta sopa está deliciosa. ¿Cuál es tu secreto?
A1This soup is delicious. What is your secret?
La tarta de manzana que hiciste ayer estaba tan deliciosa.
A2The apple pie you made yesterday was so tasty.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement
Since 'deliciosa' ends in 'a', it must describe a feminine singular noun, like 'pizza' (la pizza deliciosa) or 'ensalada' (una ensalada deliciosa).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Mismatch
Mistake: "El pastel deliciosa."
Correction: El pastel delicioso. Remember, 'pastel' (cake) is masculine, so the adjective must be 'delicioso' (ending in 'o').
⭐ Usage Tips
Using 'Qué'
A simple way to compliment food is '¡Qué deliciosa!' (How delicious!), which works as a standalone exclamation.
A truly delightful moment, or deliciosa experiencia, is one filled with simple joy.
deliciosa(Adjective)
delightful
?experience or moment
,charming
?describing a feminine person or place
wonderful
?general positive feeling
📝 In Action
Pasamos una tarde deliciosa en el parque, con el sol y la música.
B1We spent a delightful afternoon in the park, with the sun and the music.
Ella tiene una personalidad deliciosa; siempre hace reír a todos.
B2She has a charming personality; she always makes everyone laugh.
💡 Grammar Points
Figurative Use
While often used for taste, you can apply 'deliciosa' to abstract things like feelings or times of day (e.g., 'una siesta deliciosa' - a delightful nap).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: deliciosa
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'deliciosa'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'deliciosa' and 'delicioso'?
They mean the same thing ('delicious'), but 'deliciosa' is used only when describing feminine things (like 'la paella'), and 'delicioso' is used for masculine things (like 'el pan').
Can I use 'deliciosa' to describe a person?
Yes, but be careful! While it can mean 'charming' or 'delightful' when referring to a personality or sense of humor, it sometimes has a stronger, sensual connotation, meaning 'attractive' or 'luscious,' depending on the context.