Dorado (en. Golden)

/doˈɾado/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has the color of gold.
The dress she is wearing is golden.
El vestido que lleva puesto es dorado.
Refers to something that has a shiny metallic finish.
The frame of the painting is golden.
El marco de la pintura es dorado.
Used to describe food that has been browned during cooking.
I love the golden roast chicken.
Me encanta el pollo dorado del asador.

Etymology

From Latin 'auratus', meaning 'to turn golden' or 'to cover with gold'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the golden dream
a goal or desire that is greatly longed for.
el sueño dorado
golden like gold
it is said of something very valuable.
dorado como el oro
golden reward
a significant gain, often in material terms.
recompensa dorada

Related Words

gold
Chemical element with a bright yellow color, highly valued as a precious metal.
oro
gilding
Action of browning or coating with a layer of gold.
doradura
to adore
To render worship or veneration.
adorar

Slang Meanings

Refers to something or someone very attractive or desired.
That girl is really golden, everyone is looking at her.
Esa chica es realmente dorada, todos la miran.
In some contexts, it can refer to something luxurious or of high quality.
That car is very golden, it must cost a fortune.
Ese auto es muy dorado, debe costar una fortuna.