How to Say "aftershave" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “aftershave” is “colonia” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
men's scented product
Examples
Me compré una colonia con olor a jazmín.
I bought a cologne that smells like jasmine.
Usa demasiada colonia; el olor es muy fuerte.
She wears too much cologne; the smell is very strong.
Gender Trap
Even though 'cologne' often refers to a masculine scent in English, the Spanish word 'colonia' is always feminine. You must say 'la colonia'.
Confusing Scents
Mistake: “Using 'colonia' when you mean a strong, concentrated scent.”
Correction: Use 'perfume' for stronger scents. 'Colonia' usually refers to a lighter, less concentrated fragrance.
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