pintor
“pintor” means “painter” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
painter
Also: artist
📝 In Action
Pablo Picasso fue un pintor y escultor muy influyente.
B1Pablo Picasso was a very influential painter and sculptor.
Mi abuelo era un pintor de paisajes; le encantaba la naturaleza.
B2My grandfather was a landscape painter; he loved nature.
painter
Also: decorator
📝 In Action
El pintor dijo que tardaría dos días en terminar la fachada.
A2The painter said it would take him two days to finish the facade.
Llamamos a un pintor para que nos ayude a elegir el color de la sala.
A2We called a painter to help us choose the color for the living room.
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Quick Quiz: pintor
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'pintor' to mean a professional tradesperson?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Spanish verb 'pintar' (to paint). This verb traces its roots back to the Latin word *pingere*, which originally meant 'to decorate,' 'to color,' or even 'to tattoo.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (around the 13th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'pintor' only for men?
No. 'Pintor' is the masculine noun. If the person who paints is female, the correct word is 'pintora'. Both words are used for artists and tradespeople.
How do I know if 'pintor' means an artist or a decorator?
The context is key! If the sentence mentions galleries, canvases, or famous names (like 'el pintor Goya'), it means an artist. If it mentions walls, houses, or hourly rates, it means a decorator.