💬 Japanese Adjectives Vocabulary Adjetivos
342 essential Spanish words for the Adjectives scene, each with IPA, English meaning, CEFR level and native speaker audio, plus example sentences. Tap 🔊 to listen.
- grande /ˈgɾande/ A1bigEl elefante es grande.The elephant is big.
- pequeño /peˈkeɲo/ A1smallEl ratón es pequeño.The mouse is small.
- nuevo /ˈnweβo/ A1newEl coche es nuevo.The car is new.
- viejo /ˈbjexo/ A1oldEl libro es muy viejo.The book is very old.
- bueno /ˈbweno/ A1goodEl libro es muy bueno.The book is very good.
- malo /ˈmalo/ A1badEl tiempo hoy es malo.The weather today is bad.
- alto /ˈalto/ A1tall; highMi hermano es muy alto.My brother is very tall.
- bajo /ˈbaxo/ A1short; lowEl techo es muy bajo.The ceiling is very low.
- largo /ˈlaɾɣo/ A2longEl río es muy largo.The river is very long.
- corto /ˈkoɾto/ A2shortEl pelo de Juan es corto.Juan's hair is short.
- feo /ˈfeo/ A1uglyEse sombrero es muy feo.That hat is very ugly.
- bonito /boˈnito/ A1prettyEl jardín es muy bonito en primavera.The garden is very pretty in spring.
- fácil /ˈfaθil/ A1easyEste ejercicio es muy fácil para mí.This exercise is very easy for me.
- difícil /diˈfiθil/ A1difficultEl examen de hoy es muy difícil.Today's exam is very difficult.
- rápido /ˈrapiðo/ A1fastEste tren es muy rápido y cómodo.This train is very fast and comfortable.
- lento /ˈlento/ A1slowEl autobús es muy lento por la mañana.The bus is very slow in the morning.
- fuerte /ˈfweɾte/ A1strongMi hermano es muy fuerte y alto.My brother is very strong and tall.
- débil /ˈdeβil/ A2weakEl gatito todavía está muy débil.The kitten is still very weak.
- limpio /ˈlimpjo/ A1cleanEl baño está muy limpio hoy.The bathroom is very clean today.
- sucio /ˈsuθjo/ A1dirtyEl suelo de la cocina está muy sucio.The kitchen floor is very dirty.
- importante /impoɾˈtante/ A2importantEste documento es muy importante para la empresa.This document is very important for the company.
- posible /poˈsiβle/ A2possibleEste plan parece posible con más tiempo.This plan seems possible with more time.
- social /soˈθjal/ A2socialEste problema es social y afecta a muchos.This problem is social and affects many people.
- público /ˈpuβliko/ A2publicEste parque es público y siempre está abierto.This park is public and always open.
- internacional /inteɾnaθjoˈnal/ A2internationalEste aeropuerto es internacional y muy grande.This airport is international and very big.
- libre /ˈliβɾe/ A2free (available/unoccupied)Este asiento está libre, puedes sentarte.This seat is free, you can sit down.
- natural /natuˈɾal/ B1naturalEste jugo es natural y no lleva azúcar.This juice is natural and has no sugar.
- común /koˈmun/ B1commonEste apellido es muy común en España.This surname is very common in Spain.
- necesario /neθeˈsaɾjo/ B1necessaryEste paso es necesario para terminar el trabajo.This step is necessary to finish the job.
- principal /pɾinθiˈpal/ A2main / principalEste es el motivo principal de mi viaje.This is the main reason for my trip.
- nacional /naθjoˈnal/ A1nationalEste museo es nacional y muy famoso.This museum is national and very famous.
- cierto /ˈθjeɾto/ A2certain / trueEste dato es cierto y nadie lo duda.This fact is true and no one doubts it.
- último /ˈultimo/ A2last / latestEste es el último tren de la noche.This is the last train of the night.
- especial /espeˈθjal/ A2specialEste día es muy especial para mí.This day is very special to me.
- mundial /munˈdjal/ A2world / worldwideEste cantante es famoso a nivel mundial.This singer is famous worldwide.
- oficial /ofiˈθjal/ A2officialEste es el idioma oficial del país.This is the official language of the country.
- popular /popuˈlaɾ/ B1popularEste restaurante es muy popular entre los jóvenes.This restaurant is very popular among young people.
- anterior /anteˈɾjoɾ/ B1previous / formerEl capítulo anterior explica todo esto.The previous chapter explains all this.
- superior /supeˈɾjoɾ/ B1superior / upper / higherEste modelo es superior al anterior.This model is superior to the previous one.
- justo /ˈxusto/ B1fair / justEste árbitro siempre es justo con todos.This referee is always fair to everyone.
- real /reˈal/ A2real / royalEste diamante es real, no es falso.This diamond is real, not fake.
- propio /ˈpɾopjo/ A2own / one's ownCada alumno tiene su propio ordenador.Each student has his own computer.
- siguiente /siˈɣjente/ A2next / followingEl siguiente capítulo es más interesante.The next chapter is more interesting.
- personal /peɾsoˈnal/ A2personalEste es un asunto personal y privado.This is a personal and private matter.
- total /toˈtal/ A2total / completeEl coste total del viaje fue muy alto.The total cost of the trip was very high.
- conocido /konoˈθiðo/ B1well-known / famousEste actor es muy conocido en todo el país.This actor is very well-known throughout the country.
- santo /ˈsanto/ B1holy / saintEste lugar es santo para muchos peregrinos.This place is holy to many pilgrims.
- general /xeneˈɾal/ A1generalEl ambiente general de la fiesta era alegre.The general mood of the party was cheerful.
- primero /pɾiˈmeɾo/ A1first (in order or rank)Mi hermano fue el primero en llegar.My brother was the first one to arrive.
- actual /akˈtwal/ B1current, present-day (not "actual")El presidente actual es muy joven.The current president is very young.
- joven /ˈxoβen/ B1young (in age)Mi vecino es muy joven todavía.My neighbor is still very young.
- solo /ˈsolo/ B1alone, by oneself (adjective)Mi hermano vive solo en la ciudad.My brother lives alone in the city.
- junto /ˈxunto/ B1next to, beside (used as junto a)El perro camina junto a mi padre.The dog walks next to my father.
- suficiente /sufiˈθjente/ B1enough, sufficient (in quantity)El dinero no es suficiente para el viaje.The money is not enough for the trip.
- imposible /impoˈsiβle/ B1impossible, cannot be doneEse trabajo parece imposible para mí.That job seems impossible for me.
- capaz /kaˈpaθ/ B1capable, able (to do something)Mi hijo es capaz de hacerlo solo.My son is capable of doing it by himself.
- normal /noɾˈmal/ B1normal, ordinary (not unusual)Su comportamiento es normal para su edad.His behavior is normal for his age.
- contrario /konˈtɾaɾjo/ B1opposite, contrary (in direction or view)El coche viene del lado contrario de la calle.The car is coming from the opposite side of the street.
- español /espaˈɲol/ B1Spanish (from Spain)Mi amigo es español y vive en Sevilla.My friend is Spanish and lives in Seville.
- loco /ˈloko/ B1crazy, mad (out of one's mind)Mi tío está un poco loco a veces.My uncle is a little crazy sometimes.
- simple /ˈsimple/ B1simple, plain (not complicated)El examen fue muy simple para todos.The exam was very simple for everyone.
- cultural /kultuˈɾal/ B1cultural (relating to culture)El centro cultural abre los domingos.The cultural center opens on Sundays.
- económico /ekoˈnomiko/ B1cheap; economic (of the economy)Este hotel es más económico que el otro.This hotel is cheaper than the other one.
- interesante /inteɾeˈsante/ B1interesting (holds your attention)El libro es muy interesante y corto.The book is very interesting and short.
- original /oɾixiˈnal/ B1original, initial; novelEl plan original era viajar en tren.The original plan was to travel by train.
- pobre /ˈpoβɾe/ B1poor (having little money)Mi barrio era muy pobre hace años.My neighborhood was very poor years ago.
- federal /feðeˈɾal/ B1federal (of the central government)El gobierno federal aprobó la nueva ley.The federal government approved the new law.
- completo /komˈpleto/ B1complete, full (nothing missing)El trabajo está completo desde ayer.The work has been complete since yesterday.
- legal /leˈɣal/ B1legal, lawfulEl contrato es legal y está firmado.The contract is legal and is signed.
- muerto /ˈmweɾto/ B1deadEl árbol está muerto desde el invierno pasado.The tree has been dead since last winter.
- próximo /ˈpɾoksimo/ B1next, upcomingEl mes próximo viajo a Madrid.Next month I travel to Madrid.
- excelente /eksθeˈlente/ B1excellentEl resultado fue excelente este año.The result was excellent this year.
- verdadero /beɾðaˈðeɾo/ B1true, genuineEl motivo verdadero nunca se supo.The true reason was never known.
- fiscal /fisˈkal/ B1fiscal, tax-relatedEl año fiscal termina en diciembre.The fiscal year ends in December.
- exterior /eksteˈɾjoɾ/ B1outer, externalEl muro exterior necesita pintura.The outer wall needs paint.
- electoral /elektoˈɾal/ B1electoralEl sistema electoral cambió este año.The electoral system changed this year.
- argentino /aɾxenˈtino/ B1ArgentinianMi vecino es argentino y vive aquí.My neighbor is Argentinian and lives here.
- extraño /eksˈtɾaɲo/ B1strange, oddEl ruido era extraño y muy fuerte.The noise was strange and very loud.
- increíble /inkɾeˈiβle/ B1incredible, unbelievableEl paisaje era increíble desde la montaña.The landscape was incredible from the mountain.
- lleno /ˈʎeno/ B1full (filled)El vaso está lleno de agua fría.The glass is full of cold water.
- tercero /teɾˈθeɾo/ B1thirdEl piso tercero no tiene ascensor.The third floor has no elevator.
- duro /ˈduɾo/ B1hard (firm), toughEl pan está duro desde ayer.The bread has been hard since yesterday.
- particular /paɾtikuˈlaɾ/ B1peculiar, distinctive (out of the ordinary)Este problema es particular y no tiene solución fácil.This problem is peculiar and has no easy solution.
- profesional /pɾofesjoˈnal/ B1professional (adj., work-related)Mi hermano es profesional en su trabajo.My brother is professional in his work.
- francés /fɾanˈθes/ B1French (from France)Este queso es francés y muy caro.This cheese is French and very expensive.
- directo /diˈɾekto/ B1direct, non-stop (straight, without detour)El vuelo es directo a Madrid.The flight is direct to Madrid.
- enorme /eˈnoɾme/ B1enormous, huge (much bigger than big)El edificio es enorme y muy moderno.The building is enormous and very modern.
- raro /ˈraɾo/ B1strange, odd (weird)Ese ruido es raro por la noche.That noise is strange at night.
- responsable /responˈsaβle/ B1responsible (reliable; in charge of)Mi hijo es responsable con sus estudios.My son is responsible about his studies.
- abierto /aˈβjeɾto/ B1open (not closed)El museo está abierto hasta las ocho.The museum is open until eight.
- diverso /diˈβeɾso/ B1diverse, varied (of many kinds)El grupo es diverso y muy interesante.The group is diverse and very interesting.
- antiguo /anˈtiɣwo/ B1ancient, old (of things, from long ago)Este reloj es antiguo y vale mucho.This clock is ancient and worth a lot.
- digital /dixiˈtal/ B1digital (electronic, not analog)Mi reloj es digital y muy exacto.My watch is digital and very accurate.
- familiar /famiˈljaɾ/ B1familiar; of the familyEse olor me resulta familiar.That smell seems familiar to me.
- histórico /isˈtoɾiko/ B1historic, historical (of history)Ese edificio es histórico y muy famoso.That building is historic and very famous.
- listo /ˈlisto/ B1ready (with estar); clever (with ser)El desayuno está listo en la mesa.Breakfast is ready on the table.
- máximo /ˈmaksimo/ B1maximum, highest (upper limit)El precio máximo es cincuenta euros.The maximum price is fifty euros.
- privado /pɾiˈβaðo/ B1private (not public)Este jardín es privado y no se puede entrar.This garden is private and you cannot enter.
- sexual /sekˈswal/ B1sexual (relating to sex)El desarrollo sexual del adolescente es un proceso natural.The sexual development of the adolescent is a natural process.
- mínimo /ˈminimo/ B1minimum, minimal (the smallest possible)El precio mínimo del billete es de diez euros.The minimum price of the ticket is ten euros.
- grave /ˈgɾaβe/ B1serious, grave (of an illness or problem)El problema grave del motor necesita un mecánico.The serious problem with the engine needs a mechanic.
- correcto /koˈrekto/ B1correct, right (free of error)El resultado correcto aparece al final del libro.The correct answer appears at the end of the book.
- hermoso /eɾˈmoso/ B1beautiful, gorgeous (poetic praise)El paisaje hermoso de la montaña me dejó sin palabras.The beautiful mountain landscape left me speechless.
- tradicional /tɾaðiθjoˈnal/ B1traditional (following long-standing custom)El plato tradicional de esta región lleva pescado.The traditional dish of this region contains fish.
- disponible /dispoˈniβle/ B1available (in stock or free to use)El coche está disponible desde el lunes.The car is available from Monday.
- global /gloˈβal/ B1global, worldwide (also: overall)El mercado global cambia muy rápido.The global market changes very fast.
- lindo /ˈlindo/ B1cute, lovely (pretty in appearance)Tu perro es muy lindo.Your dog is very cute.
- breve /ˈbɾeβe/ B1brief, short in durationEl discurso fue muy breve.The speech was very brief.
- probable /pɾoˈβaβle/ B1likely, probable (high chance of happening)Un cambio de plan es probable.A change of plan is likely.
- sencillo /senˈθiʎo/ B1uncomplicated, plain (simple in style or effort)El examen fue bastante sencillo.The exam was quite uncomplicated.
- terrible /teˈriβle/ B1terrible, dreadful (extremely bad)El ruido del tráfico es terrible.The traffic noise is terrible.
- constante /konsˈtante/ B1unceasing, steady (going on without stopping)Su esfuerzo constante dio buenos resultados.His unceasing effort gave good results.
- fundamental /fundamenˈtal/ B1fundamental, essential (basic and indispensable)El descanso es fundamental para la salud.Rest is fundamental for health.
- universal /uniβeɾˈsal/ B1universal (shared by everyone)El amor es un tema universal en la literatura.Love is a universal theme in literature.
- indígena /inˈdixena/ B1indigenous (of the original peoples)El pueblo indígena conserva sus costumbres.The indigenous people preserve their customs.
- infantil /infanˈtil/ B1children's, for kidsEse cuento infantil me gustaba mucho de pequeño.I liked that children's story a lot when I was little.
- occidental /okθiðenˈtal/ B1Western (of the West)El mundo occidental ha cambiado mucho.The Western world has changed a lot.
- permanente /peɾmaˈnente/ B1permanent (lasting indefinitely)El contrato permanente le dio mucha tranquilidad.The permanent contract gave him a lot of peace of mind.
- caliente /kaˈljente/ B1hot (high in temperature, to the touch)El café está demasiado caliente para beberlo ahora.The coffee is too hot to drink right now.
- chino /ˈtʃino/ B1Chinese (from China)El restaurante chino de la esquina siempre está lleno.The Chinese restaurant on the corner is always full.
- constitucional /konstituθjoˈnal/ B1constitutional (of the constitution)El derecho constitucional protege a todos los ciudadanos.Constitutional law protects all citizens.
- entero /enˈteɾo/ B1whole, entire (in one piece, not divided)Mi hermano se comió un pollo entero.My brother ate a whole chicken.
- secundario /sekunˈdaɾjo/ B1secondary (of lesser importance, not the main one)Ese detalle es secundario para nuestro plan.That detail is secondary for our plan.
- complejo /komˈplexo/ B1complex (made of many parts, intricate)El problema es complejo y necesita tiempo.The problem is complex and needs time.
- divertido /diβeɾˈtiðo/ B1fun, amusing (enjoyable, entertaining)El juego de mesa fue muy divertido.The board game was a lot of fun.
- útil /ˈutil/ B1useful (helpful, serving a purpose)Tu consejo fue muy útil para mí.Your advice was very useful to me.
- amplio /ˈampljo/ B1spacious, roomy; broad in rangeEl salón de la casa es muy amplio.The living room of the house is very spacious.
- ideal /iðeˈal/ B1ideal (perfectly suited for a purpose)Ese lugar es ideal para descansar.That place is ideal for resting.
- ilegal /ileˈɣal/ B1illegal (forbidden by law)Ese negocio es ilegal en muchos países.That business is illegal in many countries.
- firme /ˈfiɾme/ B1firm, steady (unwavering, not giving way)Su apoyo fue firme hasta el final.His support was firm until the end.
- inmediato /inmeˈðjato/ B1immediate (happening at once, without delay)El efecto del remedio fue inmediato.The effect of the remedy was immediate.
- maduro /maˈðuɾo/ B1mature (grown-up); ripe (of fruit)Ese chico es muy maduro para su edad.That boy is very mature for his age.
- alemán /aleˈman/ B1German (of Germany)El coche alemán es muy caro.The German car is very expensive.
- inferior /infeˈɾjoɾ/ B1lower (in position or quality); inferiorEl piso inferior está vacío.The lower floor is empty.
- mental /menˈtal/ B1mental (of the mind)Su estado mental es estable.His mental state is stable.
- musical /musiˈkal/ B1musical (relating to music)El grupo musical toca cada sábado.The musical group plays every Saturday.
- positivo /posiˈtiβo/ B1positive (favourable result or attitude)El resultado positivo nos alegró a todos.The positive result made us all happy.
- reciente /reˈθjente/ B1recent (happened a short time ago)El informe reciente muestra buenos datos.The recent report shows good data.
- activo /akˈtiβo/ B1active (busy, taking part)Mi abuelo sigue activo a los ochenta años.My grandfather is still active at eighty.
- cercano /θeɾˈkano/ B1nearby, close by (in distance)El pueblo cercano tiene un mercado grande.The nearby village has a big market.
- dispuesto /disˈpwesto/ B1willing, ready (to do something)Está dispuesto a ayudarnos con la mudanza.He is willing to help us with the move.
- inicial /iniˈθjal/ B1initial, of the beginning stageEl precio inicial era mucho más bajo.The initial price was much lower.
- obvio /ˈoβjo/ B1obvious, needing no explanationEs obvio que no quiere venir con nosotros.It is obvious that he doesn't want to come with us.
- puro /ˈpuɾo/ B1pure, with nothing mixed inEl aire puro de la montaña me encanta.I love the pure mountain air.
- rural /ruˈɾal/ B1rural, of the countrysideEl turismo rural crece cada año.Rural tourism grows every year.
- ruso /ˈruso/ B1Russian (of Russia)El escritor ruso ganó un premio importante.The Russian writer won an important prize.
- socialista /soθjaˈlista/ B1socialist (political)El partido socialista ganó las elecciones.The socialist party won the elections.
- absoluto /aβsoˈluto/ B1absolute, total (without limit)El silencio absoluto de la noche me asusta.The absolute silence of the night scares me.
- electrónico /elekˈtɾoniko/ B1electronic (device or digital)El correo electrónico llegó esta mañana.The e-mail arrived this morning.
- múltiple /ˈmultiple/ B1multiple, of many kinds at onceEs un examen de elección múltiple.It is a multiple-choice exam.
- primario /pɾiˈmaɾjo/ B1primary, most basic or mainEl objetivo primario es la seguridad de todos.The primary goal is everyone's safety.
- americano /ameɾiˈkano/ B1American (of America)El actor americano vive ahora en Madrid.The American actor now lives in Madrid.
- clásico /ˈklasiko/ B1classic, classical (traditional in style)Este coche clásico pertenece a mi abuelo.This classic car belongs to my grandfather.
- numeroso /numeˈɾoso/ B1numerous, large in number (of a group)El grupo numeroso ocupó todo el salón.The large group occupied the whole hall.
- oriental /oɾjenˈtal/ B1eastern, oriental (of the east side or the East)El barrio oriental de la ciudad es muy tranquilo.The eastern neighborhood of the city is very quiet.
- comunista /komuˈnista/ B1communist (relating to communism)El partido comunista ganó las elecciones locales.The communist party won the local elections.
- físico /ˈfisiko/ B1physical (of the body or matter, not mental)El esfuerzo físico me dejó completamente agotado.The physical effort left me completely exhausted.
- interno /inˈteɾno/ B1internal, inner (inside an organization or thing)El conflicto interno de la empresa preocupa a todos.The company's internal conflict worries everyone.
- eléctrico /eˈlektɾiko/ B1electric, powered by electricityEl coche eléctrico no hace casi ruido.The electric car makes almost no noise.
- gigante /xiˈɣante/ B1giant, enormous in sizeEse árbol gigante da mucha sombra.That giant tree gives a lot of shade.
- pleno /ˈpleno/ B1full, right in the middle of (time or place)Trabajamos en pleno centro de la ciudad.We work right in the middle of the city center.
- previo /ˈpɾeβjo/ B1prior, coming beforehandNecesitas un permiso previo para entrar.You need prior permission to enter.
- venezolano /beneθoˈlano/ B1Venezuelan, from VenezuelaMi vecino venezolano cocina muy bien.My Venezuelan neighbor cooks very well.
- agradable /aɣɾaˈðaβle/ B1pleasant, agreeable to the sensesEl clima agradable invita a pasear.The pleasant weather invites you to take a walk.
- brillante /bɾiˈʎante/ B1shiny, giving off a bright gleamEse metal brillante refleja toda la luz.That shiny metal reflects all the light.
- cristiano /kɾisˈtjano/ B1Christian, relating to ChristianityUn grupo cristiano organiza la fiesta del pueblo.A Christian group organizes the town festival.
- financiero /finanˈθjeɾo/ B1financial, relating to money mattersEl informe financiero llega el lunes.The financial report arrives on Monday.
- italiano /itaˈljano/ B1Italian, from ItalyMi profesor italiano enseña cocina.My Italian teacher teaches cooking.
- definitivo /definiˈtiβo/ B1definitive, final and not to be changedEl resultado definitivo sale mañana.The final result comes out tomorrow.
- solar /soˈlaɾ/ B1solar, relating to the sun's energyEl panel solar funciona sin red eléctrica.The solar panel works without the power grid.
- concreto /konˈkɾeto/ B1concrete, specific rather than vagueNecesito un ejemplo concreto para entenderlo.I need a concrete example to understand it.
- típico /ˈtipiko/ B1typical, characteristic (of a place or group)Este plato es típico de la región.This dish is typical of the region.
- adecuado /aðeˈkwaðo/ B1suitable, appropriate (fitting the situation)Este no es el momento adecuado para hablar.This is not the appropriate moment to talk.
- equivocado /ekiβoˈkaðo/ B1mistaken, wrong (about something)Creo que estás equivocado sobre este tema.I think you are mistaken about this topic.
- negativo /neɣaˈtiβo/ B1negative (result, attitude or number)El resultado del análisis fue negativo.The result of the test was negative.
- poderoso /poðeˈɾoso/ B1powerful, mighty (having great power)Ese país tiene un ejército muy poderoso.That country has a very powerful army.
- vivo /ˈbiβo/ B1alive, living (not dead)El pez todavía está vivo en el cubo.The fish is still alive in the bucket.
- supremo /suˈpɾemo/ B1supreme, highest (in rank or authority)El tribunal supremo dictó la sentencia final.The supreme court issued the final ruling.
- quinto /ˈkinto/ B1fifth (ordinal number 5)Su oficina está en el quinto piso.His office is on the fifth floor.
- básico /ˈbasiko/ B1basic, elementary (at the starting level)Este curso es de nivel básico para principiantes.This course is at a basic level for beginners.
- creciente /kɾeˈθjente/ B1growing, increasing (rising in amount)Hay un interés creciente por la energía solar.There is a growing interest in solar energy.
- crítico /ˈkɾitiko/ B1critical (extremely serious; also fault-finding)El paciente está en estado crítico.The patient is in critical condition.
- espiritual /espiɾiˈtwal/ B1spiritual (of the spirit or inner life)Para él, el viaje fue un camino espiritual.For him, the trip was a spiritual journey.
- femenino /femeˈnino/ B1female, women's (relating to women)Ganó el equipo femenino de baloncesto.The women's basketball team won.
- fiel /fjel/ B1faithful, loyal (to a person or cause)Mi perro siempre ha sido muy fiel.My dog has always been very faithful.
- maravilloso /maɾaβiˈʎoso/ B1wonderful, marvellous (delightful)El concierto de anoche fue maravilloso.Last night's concert was wonderful.
- parcial /paɾˈθjal/ B1partial (incomplete; also biased)Solo tenemos un resultado parcial del estudio.We only have a partial result of the study.
- religioso /reliˈxjoso/ B1religious (of or devoted to religion)Su padre es muy religioso y va a misa.His father is very religious and goes to mass.
- ridículo /riˈðikulo/ B1ridiculous, absurd (laughably silly)Ese sombrero me parece un poco ridículo.That hat seems a bit ridiculous to me.
- sabio /ˈsaβjo/ B1wise (having deep good judgement)Mi abuelo era un hombre muy sabio.My grandfather was a very wise man.
- suave /ˈswaβe/ B1soft, smooth (to the touch); gentleEste jersey es muy suave al tacto.This sweater is very soft to the touch.
- universitario /uniβeɾsiˈtaɾjo/ B1university (adj.), relating to a universityMi hermano vive en un barrio universitario.My brother lives in a university neighborhood.
- académico /akaˈðemiko/ B1academic, relating to study and scholarshipSu nivel académico es muy alto.His academic level is very high.
- adicional /aðiθjoˈnal/ B1additional, extra (added to what already exists)Necesito un día adicional para terminar el trabajo.I need an additional day to finish the work.
- bello /ˈbeʎo/ B1beautiful (literary, more elevated than bonito)El paisaje es muy bello al amanecer.The landscape is very beautiful at dawn.
- bravo /ˈbɾaβo/ B1fierce, ferocious (of animals); also spirited, gutsyEse toro es muy bravo.That bull is very fierce.
- catalán /kataˈlan/ B1Catalan, from Catalonia (region of Spain)Mi vecino es catalán y habla dos lenguas.My neighbor is Catalan and speaks two languages.
- administrativo /aðministɾaˈtiβo/ B1administrative (relating to paperwork or management)Este trámite administrativo tarda dos semanas.This administrative procedure takes two weeks.
- estable /esˈtaβle/ B1stable, steady (not changing)El precio del pan es estable este año.The price of bread is stable this year.
- gratuito /gɾaˈtwito/ B1free of charge (costing no money)El museo es gratuito los domingos por la mañana.The museum is free on Sunday mornings.
- seco /ˈseko/ B1dry (without water or moisture)El clima de la región es muy seco en verano.The region's climate is very dry in summer.
- vigente /biˈxente/ B1valid, currently in force (document, law)Mi pasaporte todavía está vigente hasta el año próximo.My passport is still valid until next year.
- favorito /faβoˈɾito/ B1favorite (the one you like best)El helado de chocolate es mi postre favorito.Chocolate ice cream is my favorite dessert.
- notable /noˈtaβle/ B1remarkable, considerable (worth noticing)El progreso del alumno fue notable este semestre.The student's progress was remarkable this semester.
- vital /biˈtal/ B1vital, essential for lifeEl agua es un recurso vital para todos.Water is a vital resource for everyone.
- alegre /aˈleɣɾe/ B1cheerful (of a happy, lively character)Mi vecino es un hombre alegre y hablador.My neighbor is a cheerful and talkative man.
- circular /θiɾkuˈlaɾ/ B1circular, round in shapeEl salón tiene un espejo circular enorme.The living room has a huge circular mirror.
- cruel /kɾuˈel/ B1cruel (causing pain deliberately)Ese castigo me parece muy cruel.That punishment seems very cruel to me.
- enamorado /enamoˈɾaðo/ B1in love (with someone)Mi hermano está enamorado de su compañera de clase.My brother is in love with his classmate.
- aéreo /aˈeɾeo/ B1air (relating to aircraft or the air), aerialEl transporte aéreo es más rápido que el tren.Air transport is faster than the train.
- correspondiente /koresponˈdjente/ B1corresponding, respective (matching a given case)Cada alumno recibió el certificado correspondiente a su curso.Each student received the certificate corresponding to their course.
- eficaz /efiˈkaθ/ B1effective (producing the desired result)Este jarabe es muy eficaz contra la tos.This syrup is very effective against coughs.
- griego /ˈgɾjeɣo/ B1Greek (from Greece)El filósofo griego escribió sobre la justicia.The Greek philosopher wrote about justice.
- intelectual /intelekˈtwal/ B1intellectual (of the mind or thought)Su trabajo intelectual exige mucha concentración.His intellectual work demands a lot of concentration.
- peruano /peˈɾwano/ B1Peruvian (from Peru)El cantante peruano llenó el teatro anoche.The Peruvian singer filled the theater last night.
- razonable /raθoˈnaβle/ B1reasonable (sensible or fair in amount)El precio me parece razonable para este hotel.The price seems reasonable to me for this hotel.
- referente /refeˈɾente/ B1concerning, relating (to a topic)El artículo referente al cambio climático fue muy leído.The article concerning climate change was widely read.
- agrícola /aˈɣɾikola/ B1agricultural (of farming)El sector agrícola emplea a miles de personas.The agricultural sector employs thousands of people.
- brasileño /bɾasiˈleɲo/ B1Brazilian (from Brazil)El futbolista brasileño marcó dos goles.The Brazilian soccer player scored two goals.
- ciego /ˈθjeɣo/ B1blind (unable to see)El músico ciego toca el piano de memoria.The blind musician plays the piano from memory.
- cómodo /ˈkomoðo/ B1comfortable (pleasant to use or be in)Este sillón es muy cómodo para leer.This armchair is very comfortable for reading.
- falso /ˈfalso/ B1fake, counterfeit; untrueEl billete resultó falso y avisamos al banco.The banknote turned out to be counterfeit and we told the bank.
- fijo /ˈfixo/ B1fixed, permanent (not changing)Tengo un horario fijo de nueve a cinco.I have a fixed schedule from nine to five.
- frecuente /fɾeˈkwente/ B1frequent (happening often)El dolor de cabeza es frecuente entre los estudiantes.Headaches are frequent among students.
- limitado /limiˈtaðo/ B1limited (restricted in amount)El presupuesto es limitado este año.The budget is limited this year.
- precioso /pɾeˈθjoso/ B1lovely, gorgeous (beautiful and precious)El anillo de mi madre es precioso.My mother's ring is gorgeous.
- digno /ˈdiɣno/ B1worthy, deserving; decent (dignified)Su comportamiento fue digno de admiración.His behavior was worthy of admiration.
- japonés /xapoˈnes/ B1Japanese (from Japan)El jardín japonés del museo está lleno de flores.The museum's Japanese garden is full of flowers.
- jurídico /xuˈɾiðiko/ B1legal, juridical (relating to law)El asesor jurídico revisó el contrato.The legal advisor reviewed the contract.
- operativo /opeɾaˈtiβo/ B1operational, up and running (system/service in working order)El nuevo sistema ya está operativo desde ayer.The new system has been operational since yesterday.
- oral /oˈɾal/ B1oral, spoken (done by speaking, not in writing)El examen oral dura veinte minutos.The oral exam lasts twenty minutes.
- organizado /oɾɣaniˈθaðo/ B1organized, tidy and methodical (of a person or plan)Mi compañero es muy organizado con sus apuntes.My classmate is very organized with his notes.
- tremendo /tɾeˈmendo/ B1tremendous, enormous (in degree)El ruido de la obra era tremendo esa mañana.The noise from the construction site was tremendous that morning.
- triple /ˈtɾiple/ B1triple, threefoldEl atleta ganó con un salto triple perfecto.The athlete won with a perfect triple jump.
- absurdo /aβˈsuɾðo/ B1absurd, contrary to reasonEse argumento me parece completamente absurdo.That argument seems completely absurd to me.
- artístico /aɾˈtistiko/ B1artistic, relating to artEste barrio tiene un ambiente muy artístico.This neighborhood has a very artistic atmosphere.
- asociado /asoˈθjaðo/ B1associated, linked (to something)Ese riesgo está asociado al consumo de tabaco.That risk is associated with tobacco use.
- brutal /bɾuˈtal/ B1brutal, savage; harshEl ataque fue brutal y dejó varios heridos.The attack was brutal and left several people injured.
- colombiano /kolomˈbjano/ B1Colombian, from ColombiaMi vecino es colombiano y cocina muy bien.My neighbor is Colombian and cooks very well.
- continental /kontinenˈtal/ B1continental, of a continentEl clima continental trae inviernos muy duros.The continental climate brings very harsh winters.
- corrupto /koˈrupto/ B1corrupt (taking bribes)Un político corrupto fue detenido ayer por la tarde.A corrupt politician was arrested yesterday afternoon.
- cubano /kuˈβano/ B1Cuban, from CubaEl ron cubano es famoso en todo el mundo.Cuban rum is famous all over the world.
- eficiente /efiˈθjente/ B1efficient (achieving results with little waste)Nuestro nuevo sistema es mucho más eficiente.Our new system is much more efficient.
- estúpido /esˈtupiðo/ B1stupid, foolish (insulting)Fue un error estúpido por mi parte.It was a stupid mistake on my part.
- intenso /inˈtenso/ B1intense, strong in intensityEl dolor de cabeza era intenso aquella noche.The headache was intense that night.
- moderno /moˈðeɾno/ B1modern, of recent timesVivimos en un edificio bastante moderno.We live in a fairly modern building.
- mortal /moɾˈtal/ B1deadly, fatal; mortalEl veneno de esa serpiente es mortal.That snake's venom is deadly.
- rebelde /reˈβelde/ B1rebellious, defiant of authorityMi hermano siempre fue muy rebelde de joven.My brother was always very rebellious when he was young.
- romano /roˈmano/ B1Roman, of ancient RomeVisitamos un teatro romano muy bien conservado.We visited a very well preserved Roman theater.
- saludable /saluˈðaβle/ B1healthy, good for one's health (wholesome)Este desayuno es muy saludable y ligero.This breakfast is very healthy and light.
- árabe /ˈaɾaβe/ B1Arab, ArabicEl barrio árabe de la ciudad huele a especias.The Arab quarter of the city smells of spices.
- armado /aɾˈmaðo/ B1armed, carrying a weaponEl hombre iba armado con un cuchillo.The man was armed with a knife.
- conservador /konseɾβaˈðoɾ/ B1conservative (cautious or traditional in politics, taste or estimates)Mi abuelo siempre fue muy conservador en política.My grandfather was always very conservative in politics.
- empresarial /empɾesaˈɾjal/ B1business-related, corporate (of companies and their management)El sector empresarial pidió menos impuestos.The business sector asked for lower taxes.
- espacial /espaˈθjal/ B1space- (relating to outer space or to spatial arrangement)El telescopio espacial envió fotos increíbles.The space telescope sent back incredible photos.
- específico /espeˈθifiko/ B1specific, particular (one concrete case, not general)Necesito un dato específico para el informe.I need one specific piece of data for the report.
- inevitable /ineβiˈtaβle/ B1inevitable, unavoidable (bound to happen)El cambio era inevitable después de la crisis.The change was inevitable after the crisis.
- judío /xuˈðio/ B1Jewish (of the Jewish people or Judaism)El barrio judío de Toledo es muy antiguo.The Jewish quarter of Toledo is very old.
- masivo /maˈsiβo/ B1mass, massive (involving a huge number of people or things at once)El apoyo masivo del público sorprendió a todos.The public's massive support surprised everyone.
- preciso /pɾeˈθiso/ B1precise, accurate (measurement or wording with no margin of error)El reloj del laboratorio es muy preciso.The laboratory clock is very precise.
- eterno /eˈteɾno/ B1eternal, everlasting (without end)Su amor parece eterno y nunca se acaba.Their love seems eternal and never ends.
- extraordinario /ekstɾaoɾðiˈnaɾjo/ B1extraordinary, remarkable (far above the usual)El concierto de anoche fue extraordinario.Last night's concert was extraordinary.
- harto /ˈaɾto/ B1fed up, sick of (estar harto de)Estoy harto de esperar el autobús cada mañana.I'm fed up with waiting for the bus every morning.
- lamentable /lamenˈtaβle/ B1regrettable, deplorable (deserving pity or blame)El estado del edificio es lamentable.The condition of the building is deplorable.
- obligatorio /oβliɣaˈtoɾjo/ B1compulsory, mandatory (required by rule)El uniforme es obligatorio en esta escuela.The uniform is compulsory at this school.
- sexto /ˈseksto/ B1sixth (ordinal number 6)Vivo en el sexto piso del edificio.I live on the sixth floor of the building.
- significativo /siɣnifikaˈtiβo/ B1significant, notable (large enough to matter)Hubo un cambio significativo en las ventas.There was a significant change in sales.
- solitario /soliˈtaɾjo/ B1solitary, lonely (person or place, alone)Mi vecino es un hombre solitario.My neighbour is a solitary man.
- tecnológico /teknoˈloxiko/ B1technological (relating to technology)El avance tecnológico cambió nuestra vida diaria.Technological progress changed our daily life.
- delgado /delˈɣaðo/ B1thin, slim (of body build or thickness)Mi hermano es alto y delgado.My brother is tall and slim.
- elegante /eleˈɣante/ B1elegant, smartly dressed (stylish and refined)Su vestido negro es muy elegante.Her black dress is very elegant.
- externo /eksˈteɾno/ B1external, outside (opposite of internal)El disco duro externo ya está lleno.The external hard drive is already full.
- literario /liteˈɾaɾjo/ B1literary (relating to literature)Ganó un premio literario muy importante.She won a very important literary prize.
- norteamericano /noɾteameɾiˈkano/ B1North American (of the USA or North America)Mi profesor es norteamericano y vive en Chicago.My teacher is North American and lives in Chicago.
- opuesto /oˈpwesto/ B1opposite, facing the other way (contrary)El banco está en el lado opuesto de la calle.The bank is on the opposite side of the street.
- sincero /sinˈθeɾo/ B1sincere, honest in feeling (not pretending)Tu amigo parece sincero cuando habla.Your friend seems sincere when he speaks.
- divino /diˈβino/ B1divine (of a god; also: heavenly, delightful)El sabor de este postre es divino.The taste of this dessert is divine.
- incapaz /inkaˈpaθ/ B1incapable, unable (to do something)Se siente incapaz de resolver este problema solo.He feels incapable of solving this problem alone.
- mágico /ˈmaxiko/ B1magical, magicEl espectáculo tuvo un momento mágico al final.The show had a magical moment at the end.
- neto /ˈneto/ B1net (after deductions)El beneficio neto del año superó las expectativas.The year's net profit exceeded expectations.
- realista /reaˈlista/ B1realistic (feasible, down-to-earth)Su plan me parece realista y bien pensado.His plan seems realistic and well thought out to me.
- variable /baˈɾjaβle/ B1variable, changeableEl clima de esta zona es muy variable en primavera.The weather in this area is very changeable in spring.
- atlético /aˈtletiko/ B1athletic (of build or sport)Mi hermano tiene un cuerpo atlético por el entrenamiento.My brother has an athletic body from training.
- climático /kliˈmatiko/ B1climatic, climate-relatedEl cambio climático afecta a todo el planeta.Climate change affects the whole planet.
- exclusivo /eskluˈsiβo/ B1exclusive (restricted to a few)El club ofrece un servicio exclusivo para sus socios.The club offers an exclusive service for its members.
- infinito /infiˈnito/ B1infinite, endlessEl desierto parecía infinito desde el avión.The desert looked infinite from the plane.
- lateral /lateˈɾal/ B1lateral, side (on the side)El coche recibió un golpe lateral en el aparcamiento.The car took a side impact in the car park.
- ligero /liˈxeɾo/ B1light (not heavy; of food, plain)Prefiero un desayuno ligero antes de correr.I prefer a light breakfast before running.
- nacionalista /naθjonaˈlista/ B1nationalist (of nationalism)El discurso tuvo un tono nacionalista muy marcado.The speech had a very marked nationalist tone.
- ordenado /oɾðeˈnaðo/ B1tidy, orderly (well arranged)Su escritorio siempre está ordenado.His desk is always tidy.
- productivo /pɾoðukˈtiβo/ B1productive (yielding a lot of work or output)Hoy he tenido un día muy productivo en la oficina.I had a very productive day at the office today.
- práctico /ˈpɾaktiko/ B1practical, handy (easy to use)Este bolso es muy práctico para viajar.This bag is very practical for travelling.
- retirado /retiˈɾaðo/ B1retired (no longer working)Mi vecino es un militar retirado.My neighbour is a retired soldier.
- telefónico /teleˈfoniko/ B1telephone (done by phone)Tuvimos un contacto telefónico antes de la reunión.We had telephone contact before the meeting.
- transparente /tɾanspaˈɾente/ B1transparent, see-throughEl cristal de la puerta es completamente transparente.The glass in the door is completely transparent.
- violento /bjoˈlento/ B1violent, brutalEl final de la película fue demasiado violento.The ending of the film was too violent.
- avanzado /aβanˈθaðo/ B1advanced (high level, further along)Mi prima está en un nivel avanzado de español.My cousin is at an advanced level of Spanish.
- decente /deˈθente/ B1decent (of acceptable quality or morally proper)El sueldo es decente para empezar.The salary is decent to start with.
- literal /liteˈɾal/ B1literal (word-for-word, not figurative)El sentido literal del texto es muy claro.The literal meaning of the text is very clear.
- latinoamericano /latinoameɾiˈkano/ B1Latin American (of Latin America)Mi amigo es latinoamericano y vive en Madrid.My friend is Latin American and lives in Madrid.
- sesenta /seˈsenta/ B1sixty (the number 60)Mi abuelo cumple sesenta años hoy.My grandfather turns sixty today.
- sospechoso /sospeˈtʃoso/ B1suspicious (arousing suspicion)Ese hombre me parece muy sospechoso.That man seems very suspicious to me.
- aparente /apaˈɾente/ B1apparent, seeming (not real)El problema del coche es solo aparente.The car's problem is only apparent.
- cerebral /θeɾeˈβɾal/ B1cerebral, of the brainEl accidente cerebral de mi tío fue grave.My uncle's brain stroke was serious.
- desnudo /desˈnuðo/ B1naked, nude (wearing no clothes)El niño salió desnudo del baño.The boy came out of the bathroom naked.
- educativo /eðukaˈtiβo/ B1educational (that teaches)Este programa de televisión es muy educativo.This television program is very educational.
- estrecho /esˈtɾetʃo/ B1narrow (not wide)El pasillo del hotel es muy estrecho.The hotel corridor is very narrow.
- exitoso /eksiˈtoso/ B1successful (achieving success)Su negocio fue muy exitoso el año pasado.His business was very successful last year.
- gubernamental /guβeɾnamenˈtal/ B1governmental (of the government)El edificio gubernamental está cerrado hoy.The government building is closed today.
- inmenso /inˈmenso/ B1immense, vast (huge in extent)El desierto es inmenso y silencioso.The desert is immense and silent.
- invisible /imbiˈsiβle/ B1invisible (impossible to see)El gato negro es casi invisible de noche.The black cat is almost invisible at night.
- metropolitano /metɾopoliˈtano/ B1metropolitan (of a large city area)El tren metropolitano llega cada cinco minutos.The metropolitan train arrives every five minutes.
- nativo /naˈtiβo/ B1native (born in a place; native speaker)Mi profesor es un hablante nativo de español.My teacher is a native speaker of Spanish.
- noble /ˈnoβle/ B1noble, honorable (of generous character)Ese señor tiene un corazón muy noble.That gentleman has a very noble heart.
- rubio /ˈruβjo/ B1blond, fair-hairedMi hermano menor es rubio y muy alto.My younger brother is blond and very tall.
- vertical /beɾtiˈkal/ B1vertical, upright (straight up and down)El muro de la montaña es casi vertical.The mountain wall is almost vertical.
- borracho /boˈratʃo/ B1drunk (from alcohol)Mi vecino volvió borracho de la fiesta.My neighbor came back drunk from the party.
- capitalista /kapitaˈlista/ B1capitalist (of a market economy)Ese país tiene un sistema capitalista.That country has a capitalist system.
- complicado /kompliˈkaðo/ B1complicated (with many difficult parts)Este ejercicio es demasiado complicado para mí.This exercise is too complicated for me.
- consciente /konsˈθjente/ B1aware (of something), consciousEl director está consciente del riesgo del proyecto.The director is aware of the risk of the project.
- cotidiano /kotiˈðjano/ B1everyday, of daily routine (adjective)Su esfuerzo cotidiano mejora mucho el resultado final.His everyday effort greatly improves the final result.
- exacto /ekˈsakto/ B1exact, precise (figure or measurement)Necesito el número exacto de invitados para la cena.I need the exact number of guests for the dinner.
- ajeno /aˈxeno/ B1someone else's, belonging to another (not one's own)No debes leer el correo ajeno.You must not read someone else's mail.
- auténtico /awˈtentiko/ B1authentic, genuine (not a copy or fake)Este cuadro es auténtico, no una copia.This painting is genuine, not a copy.
- deportivo /depoɾˈtiβo/ B1sports-related, sporty (of or for sport)Mi hermano tiene un coche deportivo rojo.My brother has a red sports car.
- fanático /faˈnatiko/ B1fanatical, crazy about something (obsessive fan)Mi primo es fanático del fútbol.My cousin is a fanatic about football.
- imperial /impeˈɾjal/ B1imperial, of an emperor or empireEl palacio imperial abre al público los martes.The imperial palace opens to the public on Tuesdays.
- minero /miˈneɾo/ B1mining, of mines (adjective)Aquel pueblo minero vive del carbón.That mining town lives off coal.
- nocturno /nokˈtuɾno/ B1night-time, nocturnal (happening at night)Prefiero el turno nocturno en el hospital.I prefer the night shift at the hospital.
- revolucionario /reβoluθjoˈnaɾjo/ B1revolutionary, bringing radical changeSu invento fue revolucionario para la medicina.His invention was revolutionary for medicine.
- romántico /roˈmantiko/ B1romantic (of love and tenderness)El restaurante tiene un ambiente muy romántico.The restaurant has a very romantic atmosphere.
- salvaje /salˈβaxe/ B1wild, untamed (not domesticated)En el parque vive un caballo salvaje.A wild horse lives in the park.
- contemporáneo /kontempoˈɾaneo/ B1contemporary, of the present eraMe interesa mucho el arte contemporáneo.I am very interested in contemporary art.
- escaso /esˈkaso/ B1scarce, in short supplyEn verano el agua es un recurso escaso.In summer water is a scarce resource.
- excepcional /eksθepθjoˈnal/ B1exceptional, outstanding (far above average)Tu trabajo de este año ha sido excepcional.Your work this year has been exceptional.
- miserable /miseˈɾaβle/ B1wretched, squalid (miserably poor conditions)Vivía en un cuarto miserable sin ventanas.He lived in a wretched room with no windows.
- procedente /pɾoθeˈðente/ B1coming from, originating from (+ de)El tren procedente de Madrid llega con retraso.The train coming from Madrid is arriving late.
- respectivo /respekˈtiβo/ B1respective (each one's own)Cada alumno volvió a su respectivo asiento.Each student went back to his respective seat.
- sagrado /saˈɣɾaðo/ B1sacred, holy (religiously revered)Para ellos ese monte es un lugar sagrado.For them that mountain is a sacred place.
- satisfecho /satisˈfetʃo/ B1satisfied, pleased (with a result)Estoy muy satisfecho con el resultado final.I am very satisfied with the final result.
- tropical /tɾopiˈkal/ B1tropical, of the tropicsColombia tiene un clima tropical casi todo el año.Colombia has a tropical climate almost all year.
- vacío /baˈθio/ B1empty (containing nothing)Tu vaso está vacío otra vez.Your glass is empty again.
FAQ
How many Spanish adjectives words are in this list?
342 words, including A1: 20, A2: 20, B1: 302. Every word has playable native audio and example sentences.
Are these words CEFR-graded?
Yes — every word carries its CEFR level (A1–C2), so you can start with the level you need.
What is the best way to memorise them?
Scene groups plus spaced repetition: listen, repeat, learn the word inside its example sentence, then review the next day. Amigo has SRS and four quiz types built in.