Ornato (en. Ornament)

/orˈnato/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of what is adorned or beautified.
The ornamentation of the church is impressive.
El ornato de la iglesia es impresionante.
Set of ornaments with which a place or thing is beautified.
The ornamentation of the garden includes flowers and sculptures.
El ornato del jardín incluye flores y esculturas.
Ornament, embellishment or particular decoration.
The ornamentation of the dress was spectacular.
El ornato del vestido era espectacular.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'ornatus', participle of ' ornare', which means to adorn.

Common Phrases and Expressions

public ornamentation
Decorations or embellishments in public spaces.
ornato público
it is used for ornamentation
It refers to the purpose of beautifying something.
se utiliza para el ornato
in ornament
In a state of adornment or decoration.
en ornato

Related Words

ornamentation
Action of ornamenting or adorning.
ornamentación
decoration
Action of decorating, giving pleasure or beauty to something.
decoración
embellishment
Action of beautifying, improving the appearance.
embellecimiento

Slang Meanings

Overly elaborate style
The design of his room is very ornate, with many details.
El diseño de su habitación es muy ornato, con muchos detalles.
To seem ostentatious
That car is a bit too ornate for my taste.
Ese coche es un poco ornato para mi gusto.