guapo
everyday
In Colombian Spanish a handsome man is guapo, and lindo is a very common, softer choice. Apuesto sounds more formal.
Meaning: good looking, said of a man (adj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| guapo | everyday |
| apuesto | formal |
| lindo | everyday, Colombia |
Guapo is a direct compliment about looks. Lindo is friendlier and can also describe a kind man.
Which one should you use?
Apuesto is found more in writing and speeches than in casual talk.
Did you know?
- In Colombian speech guapo can also mean brave or tough, as in es muy guapo, depending on the region.
Examples in context
- Tu hermano es muy guapo.Your brother is very handsome.
- Qué lindo te ves hoy.You look so nice today.
- Es un hombre alto y apuesto.He is a tall, handsome man.
Example conversation
Two friends, Lucía and Daniela, look at a photo in Cali.
- Lucía¿Quién es ese de la foto?Who is that in the photo?
- DanielaEs mi primo Andrés.That is my cousin Andrés.
- LucíaQué guapo es tu primo.Your cousin is so handsome.
