Ricas (en. Rich)

ˈrikas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Referring to something that has a pleasant or delicious taste.
The enchiladas are delicious.
Las enchiladas están ricas.
Used to describe something that is pleasant or rewarding.
This music is delightful to my ears.
Esta música es ricas para mis oídos.
Indicates abundance or wealth in a figurative context.
The stories he tells are rich in detail.
Las historias que cuenta son ricas en detalles.

Etymology

From Latin 'rikas', related to something rich or abundant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be delicious
Indicates that something has a good taste.
estar ricas
delightful vacations
Describes vacations that are rewarding or pleasurable.
ricas vacaciones
rich sections
Refers to parts of a text or speech that are interesting and well-developed.
ricas secciones

Related Words

rich
Having richness or abundance.
rico
delicious
Having a very pleasant taste.
delicioso
tasty
Having good flavor and being enjoyable to eat.
sabroso

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, refers to someone who is attractive or highly desired.
That person is very rich, everyone looks at her.
Esa persona es muy rica, todos la miran.
Can refer to a person who has a lot of money.
That guy is rich, he always wears branded clothes.
Ese chico es rico, siempre lleva ropa de marca.