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extravagante

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“extravagante” means “eccentric” in Spanish (referring to a person's unusual personality or habits).

eccentric, quirky

Also: flamboyant, odd
Adjectivem or fB1
A friendly man wearing a giant colorful polka-dot hat and mismatched bright shoes, walking a balloon on a string.

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Mi tía tiene un estilo muy extravagante y siempre usa pelucas de colores.

A2

My aunt has a very quirky style and always wears colorful wigs.

Ese edificio tiene una arquitectura extravagante que no le gusta a todo el mundo.

B1

That building has some eccentric architecture that not everyone likes.

Fue una fiesta extravagante con decoraciones de oro y animales exóticos.

B2

It was a flamboyant party with gold decorations and exotic animals.

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Common Collocations

  • gustos extravagantes – quirky tastes
  • comportamiento extravagante – eccentric behavior
  • vestimenta extravagante – flamboyant clothing

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "extravagante" in Spanish:

eccentric→flamboyant→odd→quirky→

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Quick Quiz: extravagante

Question 1 of 3

If a man is described as 'extravagante', how would you describe a woman using the same word?

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👥 Word Family▼
extravagancia(extravagance/eccentricity) — Noun
extravagantemente(extravagantly/quirkily) — Adverb
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'extra' (outside) and 'vagari' (to wander). It literally describes someone who 'wanders outside' the normal path of behavior or style.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: extravagantFrench: extravagantItalian: stravagante

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can 'extravagante' mean 'spending too much money'?

Not usually in Spanish. While the English word 'extravagant' often refers to overspending, the Spanish 'extravagante' almost always refers to being eccentric, quirky, or having a weird style.

Is 'extravagante' a negative word?

Not necessarily. It can be a neutral description of a unique style or a positive way to describe a creative person. However, if said with a certain tone, it can imply that someone is 'too weird'.

Does it have a plural form?

Yes! Just add an 's'. For example: 'Sus ideas son extravagantes' (His/her ideas are quirky).