peinado
“peinado” means “hairstyle” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
hairstyle
Also: hairdo
📝 In Action
Me gusta mucho tu peinado nuevo.
A1I really like your new hairstyle.
Ella lleva un peinado muy elegante para la boda.
A2She is wearing a very elegant hairdo for the wedding.
combed, neat
📝 In Action
El niño ya está peinado y listo para la escuela.
A2The boy is already combed and ready for school.
Siempre vas muy bien peinado a la oficina.
B1You always go to the office with very neat hair.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: peinado
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence means 'I like your hairstyle'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish verb 'peinar' (to comb), which comes from the Latin word 'pectinare'. The root is 'pecten', meaning a comb or a rake.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'peinado' be used for men and women?
As a noun ('el peinado'), it is always masculine. As a describing word (adjective), it changes to 'peinado' for men and 'peinada' for women.
Is 'peinado' used for animals?
Yes! You can use it to describe a dog or cat that has been groomed or brushed.