estupendo
“estupendo” means “wonderful” in Spanish (expressing high praise).
wonderful, excellent
Also: superb, marvelous
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¡Tu idea es estupenda! Deberíamos implementarla de inmediato.
B1Your idea is wonderful! We should implement it immediately.
La comida estaba estupenda, especialmente el postre.
A2The food was superb, especially the dessert.
Tuvimos unos días estupendos en la costa, con mucho sol.
B1We had some excellent days on the coast, with lots of sun.
Ese concierto fue simplemente estupendo. No puedo dejar de pensarlo.
B2That concert was simply marvelous. I can't stop thinking about it.
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It comes from the Latin word *stupendus*, which meant 'that which causes astonishment or wonder.' This root emphasizes the intensity of the feeling, going beyond merely 'good' to 'amazing.'
First recorded: Mid-17th century (in its modern Spanish form)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'estupendo' with both 'ser' and 'estar'?
Yes. You can use it with 'ser' (for permanent qualities, e.g., 'El libro es estupendo' - The book is excellent) and with 'estar' (for a current state or feeling, e.g., 'Estás estupenda hoy' - You look marvelous today).
Is 'estupendo' used in all Spanish-speaking countries?
Yes, 'estupendo' is understood everywhere and is very commonly used in Spain. While other words like 'chévere' (in the Caribbean/Andes) or 'genial' are also popular, 'estupendo' is always a safe and natural choice.