Majo (en. Nice)

/ˈmaxo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
A friendly and charming person.
He is a very nice guy, always takes care of others.
Es un chico muy majo, siempre cuida de los demás.
Something that is pretty or attractive.
The decoration of the party is very nice.
La decoración de la fiesta es muy maja.
Refers to something that is good or of quality.
The service at that restaurant is nice.
El servicio en ese restaurante es majo.

Etymology

From Caló 'majo', which means nice or pleasant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be nice
To be a friendly or pleasant person.
ser majo
to feel nice
To feel good or to be in good shape.
estar majo
a nice guy
A type of person who is friendly.
un majo

Related Words

maja
Feminine of majo, which also means friendly or attractive.
maja
majería
State of being nice or pleasant.
majería
majidad
Quality of being nice.
majidad

Slang Meanings

A guy who is very pleasant and sociable.
That nice guy always has everyone laughing.
Ese majo siempre tiene a todos riendo.
Description of a place or event that is fun or attractive.
The party was very nice; we had a great time.
La fiesta estuvo muy maja, lo pasamos genial.