Fría (en. Cold)

/ˈfɾi.a/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Said of something that has temperatures lower than normal.
The pool water is cold in winter.
El agua de la piscina está fría en invierno.
Used to describe distant feelings or attitudes.
His cold attitude surprised everyone at the meeting.
Su actitud fría sorprendió a todos en la reunión.
Refers to weather or an environment perceived with low temperatures.
Today is a cold and windy day.
Hoy hace un día frío y ventoso.

Etymology

From Latin 'frigidus', meaning 'cold' or 'icy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be cold
to not be warm or to have a low temperature.
estar frío
to be cold
referring to weather conditions of low temperature.
hacer frío
cold in the soul
expression used to describe deep sadness or discouragement.
frío en el alma
cold as a stone
refers to someone who does not show emotions.
frío como una piedra

Related Words

coldness
quality of being cold in sensations or emotions.
frialdad
coolness
pleasant sensation of cold.
frescura
ice cream
state of a liquid that has frozen.
helado
cold
state of having a low temperature.
frío

Slang Meanings

To be cold (in relation to a romantic situation that is not working).
That girl left me on read, I’m completely cold.
Esa chica me dejó en visto, estoy completamente frío.
To feel disconnected or distant from someone.
When she doesn’t talk to me, I feel cold in the relationship.
Cuando no me habla, siento que estoy frío en la relación.