precioso
precious; gorgeous; lovely
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/pɾeˈθjoso/
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Cultural Note
Precioso/a is a strong compliment in Spanish that combines beauty with value — something 'precioso' is both beautiful and precious. It's commonly used in Spain as a compliment for people, moments, and places. In romantic contexts, telling someone 'estás preciosa' is more emphatic than 'estás guapa' and conveys genuine admiration.
📝 Example Sentences
Estás preciosa esta noche.
You look gorgeous tonight.
Tenemos recuerdos preciosos juntos.
We have precious memories together.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | preciosa |
| masculine | precioso |
| feminine_plural | preciosas |
| masculine_plural | preciosos |