Serio (en. Serious)

/ˈseɾjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is not a game or joke.
I'm not joking, this is serious.
No estoy bromeando, esto es serio.
That has gravity or importance.
The matter we discussed is very serious.
El asunto que discutimos es muy serio.
That shows little humor or frivolity.
He is a serious person in his work.
Es una persona seria en su trabajo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'serius'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak seriously
To speak sincerely or without joking.
hablar en serio
it's not a serious game
Indicates that something should not be taken lightly.
no es un juego serio
serious as a judge
Refers to someone who is very formal or strict.
serio como un juez

Related Words

seriousness
The condition of being serious or grave.
seriedad
serious
Masculine form of serious.
serio

Slang Meanings

Something that must be taken into account with seriousness.
That news is no joke, it's something serious.
Esa noticia no es broma, es algo serio.
Used to emphasize the authenticity of a situation.
You have to do it, seriously.
Tienes que hacerlo, en serio.