perfecta
/per-FEK-tah/
perfect
Illustrating the meaning 'perfect' (flawless, ideal quality).
perfecta(Adjective)
perfect
?flawless, ideal quality
,flawless
?without fault or error
excellent
?highest degree of quality
📝 In Action
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.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement
As an adjective, 'perfecta' must match the noun it describes. Use 'perfecta' only when talking about a singular, feminine noun (like casa or idea).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong ending
Mistake: "Using 'perfecta' to describe a masculine noun like *día* (e.g., *El día fue perfecta*)."
Correction: Always check the noun's gender: *El día fue perfecto* (The day was perfect).
⭐ Usage Tips
Common Placement
Like many Spanish adjectives describing inherent quality, 'perfecta' usually comes after the noun: una receta perfecta (a perfect recipe).
Illustrating the meaning 'complete' (fully formed).
📝 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).
💡 Grammar Points
Technical Usage
When used in grammar ('tiempo perfecta' - perfect tense) or math/music, it refers to something that is fully finished or encompasses everything needed.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: perfecta
Question 1 of 1
Which of these sentences correctly uses 'perfecta'?
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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*).