eres muy guapa
you're very pretty / you're gorgeous
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ˈeɾes mui ˈɡwapa/
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Cultural Note
This is the most straightforward appearance compliment in Spanish. In Spain, telling someone 'eres muy guapo/a' is a common and well-received compliment. However, context matters — saying it to a stranger on the street may be perceived differently than on a date. The piropo tradition is declining as modern Spanish society favors more respectful approaches.
📝 Example Sentences
Perdona que te diga, pero eres muy guapa.
Excuse me for saying so, but you're very pretty.
Le dije que era muy guapa y se sonrojó.
I told her she was very pretty and she blushed.