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    Precioso (en. Precious)

    /pɾeˈθjoso/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It is said of something that is valuable due to its nature or quality.
    This ring is precious for its design and materials.
    Este anillo es precioso por su diseño y materiales.
    Something that is very beautiful or charming.
    The sunset at the beach was truly precious.
    La puesta de sol en la playa fue realmente preciosa.
    It is used to express affection or appreciation towards a person.
    You are a precious friend to me.
    Eres una amiga preciosa para mí.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'pretiosus', which means 'precious, valuable'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a precious moment
    A moment of great value or importance.
    un momento precioso
    precious love
    A love that is considered very valuable or special.
    amor precioso
    precious treasure
    Something that is highly valued for its emotional or material significance.
    tesoro precioso

    Related Words

    price
    Amount paid for something.
    precio
    to cherish
    To value or give importance to something.
    preciar
    appreciatively
    In a valuable or appreciated manner.
    preciadamente

    Slang Meanings

    It is used to refer to very attractive or beloved people.
    That girl is precious; everyone admires her.
    Esa chica es preciosa, todos la admiran.
    It is used in a context of excessive affection.
    You're going to the party, my precious!
    ¡Vas a ir a la fiesta, mi precioso!