Exterior (en. Exterior)

/eks.te.ɾjoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is situated outside of something.
The exterior of the house was painted blue.
El exterior de la casa fue pintado de azul.
Relating to what is outside an object.
The exterior decoration of the building is very attractive.
La decoración exterior del edificio es muy atractiva.

Etymology

From the Latin 'exteriorem', which means 'outside'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Abroad
Outside the country or a specific place.
en el exterior
Interior vs exterior
Differentiation between what is inside and outside.
interior vs exterior
Externally
Related to external appearance.
exteriormente

Related Words

Exteriority
Quality of being external.
exterioridad
To exteriorize
To make manifest what is inside.
exteriorizar

Slang Meanings

Out of control.
That guy is exterior; he can't handle his emotions.
Ese tipo está exterior, no puede manejar sus emociones.
Abroad (near or far from home).
I'm going on vacation abroad this summer.
Me voy de vacaciones al exterior este verano.