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    Pintoresco (en. Picturesque)

    /pin-to-ˈres-ko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That presents a beauty or uniqueness that is pleasing to the eye.
    The landscape was so picturesque that everyone wanted to take pictures.
    El paisaje era tan pintoresco que todos querían tomar fotos.
    Refers to places that are artistically painted or that evoke images of works of art.
    The town has picturesque streets and brightly colored houses.
    El pueblo tiene calles pintorescas y casas de colores vivos.
    That is worthy of being portrayed or represented due to its charm.
    The sunset scene over the sea was truly picturesque.
    La escena del atardecer sobre el mar era verdaderamente pintoresca.

    Etymology

    From the Italian 'pittoresco', which means 'picturesque' or 'of a pictorial character'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a picturesque landscape
    A landscape that is visually appealing and beautiful.
    un paisaje pintoresco
    a picturesque view
    A view that turns out to be spectacular or charming.
    una vista pintoresca
    a picturesque corner
    A small and attractive place, often overlooked.
    un rincón pintoresco

    Related Words

    painting
    Art of depicting images on a surface.
    pintura
    photography
    Capturing images using a camera.
    fotografía
    art
    Expression of ideas or emotions through creativity.
    arte

    Slang Meanings

    Something that is attractive in a special or unusual way.
    That party was very picturesque, with unique decorations.
    Esa fiesta fue muy pintoresca, con decoraciones únicas.
    It is sometimes used to describe situations or events that are more interesting than usual.
    The event had a picturesque twist that surprised everyone.
    El evento tuvo un giro pintoresco que sorprendió a todos.