Risueños (en. Smiling)
/ri'swe.ɲos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That shows a cheerful or smiling attitude.
The cheerful children play in the park.
Los niños risueños juegan en el parque.
That conveys happiness or joy.
The atmosphere at the party was cheerful.
El ambiente en la fiesta era risueño.
That has an expression suggesting laughter or fun.
His comments were always cheerful and funny.
Sus comentarios eran siempre risueños y divertidos.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'laugh', with the suffix '-eño' indicating belonging.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a cheerful smile
an expression of joy or kindness.
una sonrisa risueña
a cheerful day
a day filled with happiness and good humor.
un día risueño
cheerful attitude
behavior that reflects joy and optimism.
actitud risueña
Related Words
smile
facial expression that occurs when lifting the corners of the lips.
sonrisa
happiness
mood of someone who feels fulfilled and satisfied.
felicidad
joy
feeling of pleasure or satisfaction.
alegría
Slang Meanings
To be in a state of extreme happiness.
Today I feel cheerful, as if nothing could ruin my day.
Hoy me siento risueño, como si nada pudiera arruinar mi día.
To describe someone who is always smiling.
That guy is so cheerful, he always has a smile on his face.
Ese chico es tan risueño, siempre tiene una sonrisa en la cara.