atractivo
/atɾaɡˈtibo/feminine
In Spanish, allure can be translated as atractivo. Wiktionary also lists aliciente.
Meaning: the power to attract, entice, the quality causing attraction (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| atractivo | /atɾaɡˈtibo/ | feminine |
| aliciente | /aliˈθjente/ /aliˈsjente/ |
masculine |
The term refers to the power to attract, entice. The quality causing attraction.
Which one should you use?
Use atractivo when referring to physical attractiveness or the general appeal of a person, place or thing. Use aliciente when the 'allure' refers to a motivating factor or an incentive that makes a situation or task more attractive.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form of the adjective atractivo is atractiva.
How do you pronounce it?
/atɾaɡˈtibo/
Did you know?
- The word aliciente is often used in Spanish to describe the 'allure' of a challenge or a goal that keeps someone motivated during a difficult task.
- The word aliciente is closely related to the verb aliciar, which is a much more literary and poetic way to describe the act of enticement.
- While atractivo usually means 'attractive', using it as a noun to describe a person's 'allure' often implies a magnetic or irresistible quality rather than just being pretty.
Examples in context
- La ciudad tiene un encanto únicoThe city has a unique allure
- El atractivo de la joyería radica en su eleganciaThe allure of the jewelry lies in its elegance
- Sintió una gran fascinación por la música clásicaHe felt a great allure for classical music
- Ese chico tiene un atractivo impresionanteThat guy has an impressive allure
- El barrio antiguo tiene un encanto especialThe old neighborhood has a special allure
- Me produce una gran fascinación la cultura japonesaI feel a great allure towards Japanese culture
- El nuevo empleo tiene un gran aliciente.The new job has a great allure/incentive.
- Su atractivo físico es innegable.His/her physical attractiveness is undeniable.
- La ciudad tiene un atractivo especial.The city has a special allure.
- Esa oferta tiene mucho atractivo para los jóvenes.That offer has a lot of allure for young people.
- Buscamos un producto con un atractivo natural.We are looking for a product with a natural allure.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are discussing a new job opportunity.
- Mateo¿Qué te parece el nuevo puesto?What do you think of the new position?
- LucíaTiene un atractivo muy grande por el salario.It has a great allure because of the salary.
- MateoEs verdad, Lucía, es una gran oportunidad.It's true, Lucía, it's a great opportunity.
- LucíaVoy a aceptarlo pronto.I am going to accept it soon.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “allure” translations and entries atractivo, aliciente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
