absolutamente hermoso
/absolutamente eɾmoso/from spelling rules
absolutamente hermoso is the Spanish phrase for absolutely beautiful.
This phrase is used to describe something that is extremely attractive or pleasing to look at.
Which one should you use?
While hermoso is very common, bello is a synonymous alternative that can sometimes carry a slightly more poetic or formal connotation, such as in the phrase absolutamente bello.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form of the adjective changes to match the noun it describes. Use absolutamente hermosa if the noun is feminine, absolutamente hermosos for a masculine or mixed-gender group and absolutamente hermosas if describing a group of females.
How do you pronounce it?
/absolutamente eɾmoso/
Did you know?
- The word absoluto traces its roots back to the Latin 'absolvere', which means 'to loosen' or 'to set free'.
- In certain Spanish dialects, particularly in Mexico, hermoso can be used as a term of endearment, similar to calling someone 'sweetheart' or 'darling'.
- In some Latin American cultures, describing a child as hermoso is often a more natural choice than using guapo, regardless of the child's gender.
Examples in context
- Los jardines en el palacio son sumamente bellosThe gardens in the palace are extremely beautiful
- Tu nuevo peinado es realmente preciosoYour new hairstyle is really beautiful
- Las playas en esta isla son increíblemente bonitasThe beaches on this island are incredibly beautiful
- Ese cuadro es absolutamente hermosoThat painting is absolutely beautiful
- La música en este concierto es realmente preciosa y verdaderamente inspiradoraThe music at this concert is really beautiful and truly inspiring
- El paisaje es absolutamente hermoso.The landscape is absolutely beautiful.
- Tu vestido es absolutamente hermoso.Your dress is absolutely beautiful.
- Ese atardecer es absolutamente hermoso.That sunset is absolutely beautiful.
Example conversation
María and Javier are looking at a painting in a gallery.
- María¿Qué te parece este cuadro, Javier?What do you think of this painting, Javier?
- JavierEs absolutamente hermoso, María.It is absolutely beautiful, María.
- MaríaTienes mucha razón, los colores son increíbles.You are very right, the colors are incredible.
- JavierMe encanta este estilo.I love this style.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries absolutamente, hermoso, CC BY-SA 4.0.
