Puro (en. Pure)

/ˈpu.ro/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is free from impurities or mixtures.
This is pure gold.
Este es un oro puro.
That manifests in all its clarity and without embellishments.
The water from this spring is pure and crystal clear.
El agua de este manantial es pura y cristalina.
That is authentic or true.
It is a pure feeling of friendship.
Es un puro sentimiento de amistad.

Etymology

From Latin 'purus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pure nonsense
Something that is a lie or fallacy.
puro cuento
pure love
A sincere and selfless love.
puro amor
pure pleasure
An authentic and genuine pleasure.
puro placer

Related Words

purity
Quality of being pure.
pureza
purity of spirit
Integrity or moral innocence.
pureza de espíritu
pure feeling
Authentic and sincere feeling.
puro sentimiento

Slang Meanings

Something of superior quality.
This car is pure; there's nothing like it.
Este coche es puro, no hay nada como él.
In excess or in great quantity.
That party was pure chaos.
Esa fiesta fue puro desmadre.