misteriosa
“misteriosa” means “mysterious” in Spanish (having an air of mystery).
mysterious, enigmatic
Also: secretive, unexplained
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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.
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This word comes from the Latin word *mysterium*, which itself came from the Greek word *mystērion*, referring to a secret religious rite or something hidden and secret. It entered Spanish maintaining that sense of 'something unknown or secret'.
First recorded: 13th century
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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.