misteriosa
mis-te-ri-O-sa
📝 In Action
La mujer dejó una nota misteriosa antes de desaparecer.
B1The woman left a mysterious note before disappearing.
Siempre tiene una sonrisa misteriosa que no sé cómo interpretar.
B2She always has an enigmatic smile that I don't know how to interpret.
La causa de la falla eléctrica sigue siendo misteriosa.
B1The cause of the power failure remains unexplained.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Agreement
Since 'misteriosa' ends in '-a', it is the feminine form. You must use it only when describing feminine words, like 'la casa' (the house) or 'la luz' (the light). For masculine words (like 'el hombre'), use 'misterioso'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing Genders
Mistake: "El carta misteriosa."
Correction: La carta misteriosa. (Carta is feminine, even though it ends in -a.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Placement
Like many descriptive adjectives, 'misteriosa' usually comes after the noun it describes: 'una caja misteriosa' (a mysterious box).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: misteriosa
Question 1 of 1
Which of these sentences correctly uses 'misteriosa'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'misteriosa' and 'secreta'?
'Misteriosa' means something is puzzling or unknown, often suggesting an intriguing quality (like a mysterious event). 'Secreta' means something is intentionally hidden or kept from others (like a secret meeting). While related, 'misteriosa' carries more of a sense of wonder or confusion.