Sofisticado (en. Sophisticated)
/sofis.tiˈka.ðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that is complex and requires refinement.
His lifestyle is sophisticated, full of elegant details.
Su estilo de vida es sofisticado, lleno de detalles elegantes.
Indicates a high ability to understand or do something in an advanced way.
He is a sophisticated thinker who approaches problems with depth.
Es un pensador sofisticado que aborda problemas con profundidad.
Describes something that has been improved or perfected with effort.
The technology behind this device is very sophisticated.
La tecnología detrás de este dispositivo es muy sofisticada.
Etymology
From Latin 'sophisticatus', past participle of 'sophisticare', meaning to make something more complex.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sophisticated for the occasion
Elegant and suitable for a special event.
sofisticado para la occasion
a sophisticated mind
A person who has a deep and complex understanding of topics.
una mente sofisticada
sophisticated article
An object that is detailed and elaborate in its design.
artículo sofisticado
Related Words
sophistication
The process or result of making something more complex or elaborate.
sofisticación
sophisticator
A person who refines or elaborates something with a high level of complexity.
sofisticador
Slang Meanings
To be fashionable in a very elegant way.
That party was so sophisticated, everyone looked stunning.
Esa fiesta fue tan sofisticada, todos estaban impresionantes.
To act superior by being complex or refined.
Don't be so sophisticated, just enjoy what you have.
No seas tan sofisticado, simplemente disfruta lo que tienes.