Espléndido (en. Gorgeous)

/esˈplendido/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is magnificent or outstanding.
The landscape was splendid at sunset.
El paisaje era espléndido al atardecer.
That has a special brightness or splendor.
She looked splendid in the dress at the party.
Lucía un vestido espléndido en la fiesta.
That requires great efforts or resources to achieve.
The event was a splendid organizational success.
El evento fue un espléndido éxito organizativo.

Etymology

From Latin 'splendidus', which means bright or splendid.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a splendid view
an impressive or beautiful view.
una vista espléndida
a splendid day
an exceptionally good day.
un espléndido día
a splendid effort
a notable and significant effort.
un espléndido esfuerzo

Related Words

brilliant
that has great luminosity.
brillante
wonder
something that causes admiration.
maravilla
glorious
that is worthy of praise or brings glory.
glorioso

Slang Meanings

Something that is very good or impressive in a colloquial context.
The concert was splendid; we all enjoyed it very much.
El concierto fue espléndido, todos lo disfrutamos mucho.
It is used to describe something that stands out for its greatness.
That movie was splendid; I loved every moment.
Esa película fue espléndida, me encantó cada momento.