How to Say "classic" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “classic” is “clásico” — use 'clásico' as an adjective when referring to a style, quality, or item that is timeless, traditional, and enduringly popular or respected..
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clásico
adjectiveA1general
Use 'clásico' as an adjective when referring to a style, quality, or item that is timeless, traditional, and enduringly popular or respected.
Examples
Ella tiene un estilo clásico que nunca pasa de moda.
She has a classic style that never goes out of fashion.
clásico
nounB1general
Use 'clásico' as a noun when referring to a work of art, literature, or music that is considered a timeless masterpiece and widely admired.
Examples
Mi abuelo siempre relee los clásicos de la literatura española.
My grandfather always rereads the classics of Spanish literature.
típico
adjectiveA2general
Use 'típico' when describing something that is characteristic, representative, or a very common example of a particular place, group, or custom.
Examples
La siesta es una costumbre típica de España.
The nap (siesta) is a typical custom of Spain.
Clásico vs. Típico
The most common mistake is using 'clásico' when you mean 'typical'. Remember, 'clásico' refers to timelessness or enduring quality, while 'típico' refers to something that is a common or representative example of a category.
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