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    Complexión (en. Complexion)

    /kom-pleks-ion/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Set of physical characteristics of the skin.
    Marta has a very light and smooth complexion.
    La complexión de Marta es muy clara y suave.
    General physical condition of a person.
    Her athletic complexion helps her in sports.
    Su complexión atlética le ayuda en el deporte.
    Appearance that a person presents based on their health and nutrition.
    A good diet improves the complexion.
    Una buena dieta mejora la complexión.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'complexio', which refers to the combination of characteristics.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a good complexion
    Indicates that a person has a healthy appearance.
    tener buena complexión
    to improve the complexion
    Means adopting healthy habits to beautify the skin.
    mejorar la complexión
    robust complexion
    Refers to a strong and healthy physique.
    complexión robusta

    Related Words

    physiology
    Appearance or characteristics of a person's face.
    fisonomía
    dermatology
    Medical specialty that studies the skin.
    dermatología
    epidermis
    Outermost layer of the skin.
    epidermis

    Slang Meanings

    When someone says they have a 'good complexion', they often refer to being healthy or well-groomed.
    Since she started exercising, she says she has a good complexion.
    Desde que empezó a hacer ejercicio, dice que tiene una buena complexión.
    In some places, 'complexion' is used colloquially to refer to someone's overall appearance, not just the skin.
    That guy has a complexion that attracts a lot of attention.
    Ese chico tiene una complexión que atrae muchas miradas.