lunar
/luˈnaɾ/
The English phrase "beauty mark" is translated into Spanish as lunar.
In Spanish, lunar is the standard term used when referring to a beauty mark on the face, though it can also mean a mole in general. To say "a beauty mark", use the masculine article un with lunar.
What does it mean word for word?
The word lunar is related to the moon, though in this context it refers to a mole.
How do you pronounce it?
/luˈnaɾ/
Did you know?
- In old-fashioned or poetic Spanish, a lunar on the face was frequently compared to a star or a moon. This imagery emphasized the romantic and celestial nature of the mark.
- In Spanish, lunar describes both a naturally occurring mole and a decorative 'beauty mark' applied with makeup. English often uses different terms to distinguish between a skin growth and a cosmetic addition.
- A common mistake for learners is using peca when they actually mean lunar, but in Spanish, a peca is a light freckle while a lunar is a distinct, often darker spot.
Examples in context
- Tiene un lunar en la mejilla.She has a beauty mark on her cheek
- ¡Mira el lunarcito lindo que tiene en la nariz!Look at the cute beauty mark on her nose!
- Su manchita lo hace aún más encantador.His beauty mark makes him even more charming
- Su lunar es muy coqueto.Her beauty mark is very charming.
- Ese lunar en su mejilla le queda bien.That beauty mark on her cheek looks good on her.
- Tiene un lunar muy bonito cerca de la boca.She has a very pretty beauty mark near her mouth.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are looking at an old photograph of a famous actress.
- SofíaMira el lunar de esa actriz.Look at that actress's beauty mark.
- DanielEs verdad, es muy elegante.It's true, it is very elegant.
- SofíaEse lunar la hace ver única.That beauty mark makes her look unique.
- DanielTienes razón, Sofía.You are right, Sofía.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry lunar, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
