Espléndido (en. Gorgeous)

/es'plendido/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That shines or glows intensely.
The sun is splendid today.
El sol está espléndido hoy.
That is admirable for its qualities or characteristics.
The actress's performance was splendid.
La actuación de la actriz fue espléndida.
That causes delight or satisfaction due to its beauty or quality.
The landscape was splendid in spring.
El paisaje era espléndido en primavera.

Etymology

From the Latin 'splendidus', which means bright or shining.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a splendid view
a beautiful and magnificent view
una vista espléndida
splendid moment
a very pleasant and satisfying moment
momento espléndido
a splendid day
an exceptionally beautiful day
un día espléndido

Related Words

splendor
intense brightness or magnificence
esplendor
splendidly
in a splendid way, very well
espléndidamente
splendidly
in a brilliant or shining manner
esplendentemente

Slang Meanings

Something that is incredible or impressive.
The party was splendid; we all had a great time!
La fiesta estuvo espléndida, ¡todos la pasamos genial!
It refers to a person who has a surprising style.
That girl always looks splendid at any event.
Esa chica siempre se ve espléndida en cualquier evento.