Frescos (en. Fresh)
/ˈfres.kos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Foods or drinks that are kept at low temperature.
I bought some fresh items for the party.
Compré unos frescos para la fiesta.
A cold and refreshing drink.
I like to have cold drinks in the summer.
Me gusta tomar frescos en verano.
Fresh and clean air.
I went out to breathe the fresh air of the countryside.
Salí a respirar el aire frescos del campo.
adjective
That is not hot; that has a pleasant temperature.
The water is fresh and perfect for swimming.
El agua está frescos y es perfecta para nadar.
It refers to something new or renewed.
The paint in the house is fresh and bright.
La pintura en la casa es frescos y luminosa.
Etymology
From Latin 'frīscus', meaning fresh, recent.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fresh as a lettuce
It is used to describe someone who is feeling very well, energetic, or healthy.
fresco como una lechuga
to be fresh
It indicates that someone is alert or in good shape.
estar frescos
to act fresh
It refers to avoiding problems or complicated situations.
hacer frescos
Related Words
cold
Low temperature.
frío
refreshing
That provides freshness.
refrescante
ventilated
With good air circulation.
ventilado
Slang Meanings
In the context of friendship among people, referring to someone who is pleasant or friendly.
That guy is very fresh; he’s always in a good mood.
Ese chico es muy frescos, siempre está de buen humor.
To describe something surprisingly good.
That movie was fresh; I loved it.
Esa película fue frescos, me encantó.
In some contexts, it can refer to someone who acts shamelessly.
Please don’t be so fresh.
No seas tan frescos, por favor.