moderno
“moderno” means “modern” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
modern, contemporary
Also: new
📝 In Action
Mi abuelo compró un teléfono muy moderno.
A1My grandfather bought a very modern phone.
La arquitectura de este edificio es muy moderna.
A2The architecture of this building is very modern.
No me gustan las ideas tan modernas sobre la educación.
B1I don't like such modern ideas about education.
fashionable, hip
Also: progressive
📝 In Action
Esa cafetería es muy moderna; tiene sillas de diseño y luces LED.
B1That coffee shop is very stylish; it has designer chairs and LED lights.
Mi hermana siempre viste de forma muy moderna.
A2My sister always dresses in a very fashionable way.
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Quick Quiz: moderno
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the adjective 'moderno'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Late Latin word *modernus*, which itself is derived from the Latin word *modo*, meaning 'just now' or 'in a certain measure.' The idea has always been related to the present time.
First recorded: 15th century (in Spanish)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'moderno' different from 'nuevo'?
'Moderno' describes something that belongs to the current era or style (like a modern design). 'Nuevo' describes something that is brand new, either recently acquired or never used before. A 100-year-old antique can be 'nuevo' (new to you), but it is never 'moderno'.