Esplendor (en. Splendor)

/esplenˈdor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Definition: Quality of what shines or has an impressive appearance.
Example sentence: The splendor of the sunset left us speechless.
El esplendor del atardecer nos dejó sin palabras.
Definition: A period of great success, fame, or wealth.
Example sentence: The city experienced its splendor in the 18th century.
La ciudad vivió su esplendor en el siglo XVIII.
Definition: Grandeur in presentation or appearance.
Example sentence: The splendor of the palace's decoration was impressive.
El esplendor de la decoración del palacio era impresionante.

Etymology

Etymology origin: From Latin 'splendor', meaning 'brightness' or 'radiance'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Phrase: in all its splendor
Meaning: in its most glorious or impressive manifestation.
en todo su esplendor
Phrase: to live in splendor
Meaning: to enjoy a period of success or luxury.
vivir en el esplendor
Phrase: natural splendor
Meaning: beauty that comes from nature.
esplendor natural

Related Words

Related word: brightness
Description: Intense light emitted by something.
brillo
Related word: majesty
Description: Imposing and greatness that inspires respect.
majestad
Related word: luxury
Description: Excess of wealth and comfort.
lujo

Slang Meanings

Meaning: To shine intensely.
Example: That car is pure splendor.
Ese coche es puro esplendor.
Meaning: To be the best part or highlight of something.
Example: That party was the splendor of the week.
Esa fiesta fue el esplendor de la semana.