Grato (en. Welcome)

/ˈɡɾato/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which is well-received or appreciated.
It was a pleasant gesture that I will never forget.
Fue un gesto grato que nunca olvidaré.
That which causes pleasure or satisfaction.
The weather in spring is pleasant.
El clima en primavera es grato.
Pleasant in manner.
She is a very pleasant person to chat with.
Es una persona muy grata con la que conversar.

Etymology

From the Latin 'gratus', which means 'pleasant' or 'welcome'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be pleasant
to be well-received or appreciated.
ser grato
it's a pleasant day
it's a nice or enjoyable day.
hace un día grato

Related Words

pleasure
Feeling of pleasure or satisfaction.
agrado
gratuity
Something done out of gratitude or thankfulness.
graticia

Slang Meanings

Person or situation that is well-received.
That party was very pleasant, everyone had fun.
Esa fiesta fue muy grata, todos se divirtieron.