Rústico (en. Rustic)

/rus.ti.ko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is simple or related to the countryside.
The cabin has a rustic design that makes it very cozy.
La cabaña tiene un diseño rústico que la hace muy acogedora.
Belongs to or relates to the customs of the countryside.
I prefer rustic food over gourmet food.
Prefiero la comida rústica que la comida gourmet.
Describes something unpolished or lacking sophistication.
The wooden table has a rustic finish, but it is very beautiful.
La mesa de madera tiene un acabado rústico, pero es muy bonita.

Etymology

From the Latin 'rusticus', meaning 'of the field' or 'rustic'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rustic life
A lifestyle related to the countryside.
vida rústica
rustic design
A design style that is simple and natural.
diseño rústico

Related Words

agriculture
Activity related to the cultivation of land.
agricultura
peasant
A person who lives and works in the countryside.
campesino

Slang Meanings

Used to describe something that is basic or unpretentious.
His lifestyle is very rustic; he doesn't like to complicate things.
Su estilo de vida es muy rústico, no le gusta complicarse.
It can refer to a person who is unsophisticated.
Don't take it the wrong way; sometimes he's a bit rustic when he speaks.
No te lo tomes a mal, a veces es un poco rústico al hablar.