exteriores
“exteriores” means “outer” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
outer, outdoor
Also: exterior
📝 In Action
Las paredes exteriores de la casa son de piedra.
A2The outer walls of the house are made of stone.
Prefiero las actividades exteriores cuando hace buen tiempo.
B1I prefer outdoor activities when the weather is good.
outdoors, on location
Also: exterior shots
📝 In Action
La película fue rodada íntegramente en exteriores.
B2The movie was filmed entirely on location.
Los exteriores del palacio son impresionantes.
B1The palace grounds are impressive.
Foreign Affairs
📝 In Action
Trabaja en el Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores.
B2He works at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Words that translate to "exteriores" in Spanish:
exterior→exterior shots→foreign affairs→on location→outdoor→outdoors→outer→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: exteriores
Question 1 of 2
If a news reporter mentions 'el Ministro de Exteriores,' what are they talking about?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'exterior', which means 'outer' or 'farther out.' It's like the comparative version of 'out'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'afuera' and 'exteriores'?
'Afuera' is an adverb used to indicate direction or location (e.g., 'Vamos afuera' - Let's go outside). 'Exteriores' is usually a noun or adjective referring to the spaces themselves or the outer features of something.
Does 'exteriores' ever change to 'exterioras'?
No! Adjectives ending in 'r' in Spanish are the same for both masculine and feminine nouns. It only changes for number (singular 'exterior' vs. plural 'exteriores').