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How to Say "gorgeous" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “gorgeous” is “hermoso” — use 'hermoso' for a general, strong sense of beauty, often applied to landscapes, art, or people, implying a classic or profound aesthetic appeal.

hermoso🔊A1

Use 'hermoso' for a general, strong sense of beauty, often applied to landscapes, art, or people, implying a classic or profound aesthetic appeal.

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precioso🔊A1

Choose 'precioso' to express intense admiration for something's beauty, often used for smaller, more delicate, or charming things like clothing, a gift, or a child.

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bellísimoA1

Employ 'bellísimo' to emphasize an extreme or superlative degree of beauty or quality, often used for striking natural scenes or exceptionally pleasing qualities.

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maravilloso🔊A2

Use 'maravilloso' when something is not only beautiful but also inspiring awe or wonder, often describing experiences, events, or exceptionally pleasing situations.

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divino🔊A2

Opt for 'divino' to describe something exceptionally pleasing or delightful, often used for food, an outfit, or a pleasant surprise, conveying a sense of perfection or heavenly quality.

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rico🔊C1

Use 'rico' specifically for physical attractiveness in people, similar to 'hot' or 'attractive,' and avoid using it for inanimate objects or abstract concepts.

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hermoso

er-MOH-soheɾˈmoso

adjectiveA1general
Use 'hermoso' for a general, strong sense of beauty, often applied to landscapes, art, or people, implying a classic or profound aesthetic appeal.
A majestic landscape of tall, snow-capped mountains reflecting perfectly in a calm blue lake under a vibrant orange and pink sunrise sky.

Examples

El paisaje desde la montaña es hermoso.

The landscape from the mountain is beautiful.

Tu vestido es hermoso, ¿dónde lo compraste?

Your dress is gorgeous, where did you buy it?

Gracias por el hermoso regalo.

Thank you for the lovely gift.

Making it Match: Gender & Number

Like most Spanish describing words, 'hermoso' must change its ending to match the person or thing it describes. Use 'hermoso' for masculine things, 'hermosa' for feminine things, 'hermosos' for plural masculine things, and 'hermosas' for plural feminine things.

Where to Put It

Usually, 'hermoso' comes after the thing it describes (e.g., 'un coche hermoso' - a beautiful car). You can put it before for a more poetic or emotional effect (e.g., 'un hermoso día' - a beautiful day).

Forgetting to Change the Ending

Mistake: “La casa es hermoso.”

Correction: Say 'La casa es hermosa.' Because 'casa' is a feminine word (it ends in -a), the describing word 'hermoso' needs to change to 'hermosa' to match.

Ser vs. Estar

Mistake: “La playa es hermosa hoy.”

Correction: It's better to say 'La playa está hermosa hoy.' Use 'ser' (es) for permanent qualities ('La playa es hermosa' - The beach is a beautiful place in general). Use 'estar' (está) for temporary states or how something looks right now ('La playa está hermosa hoy' - The beach looks beautiful today).

precioso

preh-SYOH-sohpɾeˈθjoso

adjectiveA1general
Choose 'precioso' to express intense admiration for something's beauty, often used for smaller, more delicate, or charming things like clothing, a gift, or a child.
A vibrant monarch butterfly with perfectly symmetrical wings resting gently on a large pink flower blossom.

Examples

¡Qué vestido más precioso llevas hoy!

What a beautiful dress you are wearing today!

El amanecer en la montaña fue un momento precioso.

The sunrise in the mountains was a lovely moment.

Mi sobrino es un bebé muy precioso.

My nephew is a very cute baby.

Agreement is Key

Like all Spanish adjectives, 'precioso' must change its ending to match the thing it describes. Use 'preciosa' for feminine words (like 'casa') and 'preciosos' or 'preciosas' for plurals.

bellísimo

adjectiveA1general
Employ 'bellísimo' to emphasize an extreme or superlative degree of beauty or quality, often used for striking natural scenes or exceptionally pleasing qualities.

Examples

El amanecer en la costa es bellísimo.

The sunrise on the coast is extremely beautiful.

maravilloso

mah-rah-bee-YO-somaɾaβiˈʎoso

adjectiveA2general
Use 'maravilloso' when something is not only beautiful but also inspiring awe or wonder, often describing experiences, events, or exceptionally pleasing situations.
A small child stands on a green hill and looks up in amazement at a huge, perfectly formed, colorful rainbow filling the sky. The scene evokes a sense of wonder.

Examples

El viaje a la costa fue maravilloso.

The trip to the coast was wonderful.

Tienes un talento maravilloso para la música.

You have a marvelous talent for music.

La vista desde la montaña es maravillosa.

The view from the mountain is gorgeous.

Making it Match: Gender and Number

This word changes its ending to match the person or thing it's describing. Think of it like a chameleon! Use 'maravilloso' for masculine things and 'maravillosa' for feminine things. If you're talking about more than one, add an 's': 'maravillosos' or 'maravillosas'.

Using 'Ser' vs. 'Estar'

Use 'ser maravilloso' for something that is always wonderful (its basic quality). For example, 'El arte es maravilloso' (Art is wonderful). Use 'estar maravilloso' for something that is wonderful right now (its current condition). For example, 'La cena está maravillosa' (The dinner is wonderful).

Forgetting to Change the Ending

Mistake: “La película es maravilloso.”

Correction: La película es maravillosa. Because 'película' (movie) is a feminine word, the ending of 'maravilloso' needs to change to '-a' to match it.

divino

dee-VEE-nohdiˈβi.no

adjectiveA2general
Opt for 'divino' to describe something exceptionally pleasing or delightful, often used for food, an outfit, or a pleasant surprise, conveying a sense of perfection or heavenly quality.
A single, perfectly ripe, shining red apple resting on a patch of bright green grass, symbolizing wonderful quality.

Examples

Ese pastel de chocolate está divino. ¡Tienes que probarlo!

That chocolate cake is heavenly/wonderful. You have to try it!

Tu nuevo corte de pelo es divino. Te queda muy bien.

Your new haircut is gorgeous. It suits you very well.

Pasamos un fin de semana divino en la playa.

We had a wonderful weekend at the beach.

Adjective Agreement

Remember that 'divino' must change its ending to match the thing it describes. Use 'divina' for feminine words (la casa divina) and 'divinos' or 'divinas' for plural words.

Using the wrong gender

Mistake: “El vestido está divina.”

Correction: El vestido está divino. (Since 'vestido' is masculine, the adjective must be masculine.)

rico

REE-kohˈriko

adjectiveC1informal
Use 'rico' specifically for physical attractiveness in people, similar to 'hot' or 'attractive,' and avoid using it for inanimate objects or abstract concepts.
A friendly, confident young adult character standing upright and smiling brightly while wearing a simple, stylish blue shirt.

Examples

Esa actriz está muy rica. Todos la admiran.

That actress is very attractive/hot. Everyone admires her.

No puedo concentrarme, mi compañero de trabajo está súper rico.

I can't concentrate, my coworker is super hot.

Choosing Between 'Hermoso', 'Precioso', and 'Bellísimo'

Learners often struggle to differentiate between 'hermoso,' 'precioso,' and 'bellísimo.' While all mean 'beautiful' or 'gorgeous,' 'hermoso' is the most general strong option, 'precioso' often implies a charming or delicate beauty, and 'bellísimo' signifies an extreme, almost superlative level of beauty.

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