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    Melancólica (en. Melancholic)

    /melaŋˈko.lika/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It refers to a state of deep sadness or reflection.
    His melancholic gaze betrayed his inner sadness.
    Su mirada melancólica delataba su tristeza interior.
    It is associated with an atmosphere of nostalgia.
    The autumn landscape was melancholic and evoked past memories.
    El paisaje otoñal era melancólico y evocaba recuerdos pasados.
    It indicates an aesthetic perception that evokes sadness or longing.
    The music he listened to was melancholic and made him cry.
    La música que escuchó era melancólica y le hizo llorar.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'melankholía', which means 'black bile', associated with sadness.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be melancholic
    To feel sad and reflective.
    estar melancólico
    a melancholic melody
    A music that evokes sadness.
    una melodía melancólica

    Related Words

    melancholy
    Mood characterized by sadness and reflection.
    melancolía
    nostalgia
    A feeling of longing for the past.
    nostalgia
    depression
    A mood disorder that causes intense sadness.
    depresión

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a melancholic 'mood'.
    Today I'm in a melancholic 'mood', I just want to listen to sad music.
    Hoy estoy en un 'mood' melancólico, solo quiero escuchar música triste.
    A fondness for the melancholic.
    He always wears melancholic clothing; it seems he likes that style.
    Siempre lleva ropa melancólica, parece que le gusta ese estilo.