perfecta
“perfecta” means “perfect” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
perfect, flawless
Also: excellent
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Esta es la solución perfecta para nuestro problema.
A2This is the perfect solution for our problem.
Ella es una persona tan bondadosa y perfecta.
B1She is such a kind and perfect person.
La armonía entre los colores era perfecta.
B2The harmony between the colors was perfect.
complete
Also: absolute
📝 In Action
La lengua española usa la forma del pretérito perfecta.
B2The Spanish language uses the perfect past tense form.
En música, hablamos de una quinta perfecta.
C1In music, we talk about a perfect fifth (interval).
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Which of these sentences correctly uses 'perfecta'?
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Comes directly from the Latin word *perfectus*, which means 'finished,' 'complete,' or 'accomplished.' It carries the same idea of something being totally done and therefore flawless.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'perfecta' a verb?
'Perfecta' is an adjective, used to describe nouns. The verb form related to this concept is 'perfeccionar,' meaning 'to perfect' or 'to improve something until it is flawless.'
When should I use 'perfecto' instead of 'perfecta'?
They mean the same thing ('perfect'), but you must use 'perfecta' when the item or person you are describing is singular and grammatically feminine (like *mesa* or *persona*). You use 'perfecto' for singular masculine nouns (like *día* or *trabajo*).