Florido (en. Flowery)

[floˈɾiðo]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Definition: That is adorned with flowers.

Example Sentence: The garden is very flowery in spring.

El jardín está muy florido en primavera.

Definition: That has an ornamental style or is very colorful.

Example Sentence: The dress she is wearing is very flowery.

El vestido que lleva puesto es muy florido.

Definition: That is at its best or is in full activity.

Example Sentence: The business is thriving thanks to good sales.

El negocio está florido gracias a las buenas ventas.

Etymology/Origin: Comes from the Latin 'floridus', which means 'flowery, full of flowers'.

Common Phrase: flowery as a flower

Common Phrase Meaning: That is very arranged or well presented.

florido como una flor

Common Phrase: a flowery language

Common Phrase Meaning: A language full of adornments or flourishes.

un lenguaje florido

Related Word: flower

Related Word Description: Plant that produces a flower, reproductive organ in plants.

flor

Related Word: to bloom

Related Word Description: To develop flowers; to prosper or grow.

florecer

Related Word: blooming

Related Word Description: The act or process of blooming.

floración

Slang Meaning: To succeed in something.

Slang Meaning Example: That project is flourishing, everyone wants to participate.

Ese proyecto está florido, todos quieren participar.

Slang Meaning: To be very attractive or well presented.

Slang Meaning Example: That party was very flowery, with good music and decorations.

Esa fiesta estuvo muy florida, con buena música y decoraciones.