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    Prosaico (en. Prosaic)

    /pɾoˈsaiko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something that is common or everyday, without any special feature that makes it stand out.
    His writing style is prosaic and does not capture the reader's attention.
    Su estilo de escritura es prosaico y no capta la atención del lector.
    Describes something that is mundane or lacking imagination.
    They discussed prosaic topics instead of talking about their dreams.
    Discutieron temas prosaicos en lugar de hablar de sus sueños.
    Often used to criticize something that should be more creative or inspiring.
    The design of the building is prosaic and does not blend with the beauty of its surroundings.
    El diseño del edificio es prosaico y no se integra con la belleza del entorno.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'prosaicus', which comes from 'prosa', meaning prose.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    prosaic life
    Ordinary life, without emotions or extraordinary events.
    vida prosaica
    prosaic thinking
    A way of thinking that is practical and devoid of idealism.
    pensamiento prosaico

    Related Words

    prose
    A form of written expression that is simple and direct, contrary to poetry.
    prosa
    prosaicism
    The quality of being prosaic, a tendency toward the common and the vulgar.
    prosaísmo

    Slang Meanings

    Something that is too simple or unpretentious.
    That restaurant is very prosaic, the food is good but nothing special.
    Ese restaurante es muy prosaico, la comida es buena pero nada especial.
    Describes a person who is neither creative nor interesting.
    I don't like going out with prosaic people, I prefer those who have interesting stories to tell.
    No me gusta salir con gente prosaica, prefiero a quienes tienen historias interesantes que contar.