atractivo
/atɾaɡˈtibo/
The English word 'attractive' can be translated into Spanish as atractivo. Wiktionary also lists atrayente.
Meaning: pleasing or appealing to the senses (adj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| atractivo | /atɾaɡˈtibo/ |
| atrayente | /atɾaˈʝente/ |
The word is used to describe something that is pleasing or appealing to the senses.
Which one should you use?
atractivo is used when describing a person's physical appearance, whereas atrayente is more commonly used for things that draw or entice interest, such as a scent or an offer.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Madrid, the term majo/a is typically used to denote an attractive person who also has a kind and pleasant personality. In Mexico, the phrase papacito/a is often used to address an attractive person directly with a touch of flirtation.
How does it change in a sentence?
Use atractivo for masculine singular nouns and atractiva for feminine singular nouns. For plural nouns, use atractivos for masculine and atractivas for feminine.
How do you pronounce it?
/atɾaɡˈtibo/
Did you know?
- In some dialects, the term mono or mona is used to describe someone who is 'cute' or attractively dainty, rather than classically 'attractive'.
- Spanish distinguishes between ser atractivo for an innate quality and estar atractivo for someone who looks attractive in a specific moment or outfit.
- While atractivo refers to beauty, the word guapo is more common for physical attractiveness, but in some regions it can also mean 'brave' or 'bold'.
Examples in context
- David es muy atractivo.David is very attractive.This sentence shows how to use atractivo to describe a person.Tatoeba #4600611 by DarkHollow, translation #13423514 by rul
- Jon es mucho más atractivo que Tom.Jon is far more attractive than Tom.This sentence demonstrates the comparative use of atractivo.Tatoeba #922631 by Shishir, translation #52669 by CN
- Él es atractivo de cualquier manera.He is attractive in every way.This sentence shows how to use atractivo to describe someone's qualities in every way.Tatoeba #1718145 by hayastan, translation #1364626 by liaison
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Example conversation
Maria and Daniel are talking about a new apartment for rent.
- MaríaMira este apartamento, es muy atractivo.Look at this apartment, it is very attractive.
- DanielSí, el diseño es moderno y atractivo.Yes, the design is modern and attractive.
- María¿Crees que el precio es atractivo también?Do you think the price is attractive too?
- DanielSí, Daniel piensa que es una gran oferta.Yes, Daniel thinks it is a great deal.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “attractive” translations and entries atractivo, atrayente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
