guapo
everyday
In the Dominican Republic a handsome man is guapo or lindo. The word bello is more poetic.
Meaning: good looking man (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| guapo | everyday |
| lindo | warm |
| bello | poetic |
Compliments are frequent in Dominican speech, and papi is often added in a flirty or friendly way: Qué guapo, papi.
How does it change in a sentence?
These are masculine forms. For a woman the endings become guapa, linda and bella.
Did you know?
- The Dominican Republic is known for its warm, expressive compliments in everyday talk.
Examples in context
- Tu hermano es muy guapo.Your brother is very handsome.
- Qué lindo te ves hoy.You look so handsome today.
- Ese actor es bello.That actor is handsome.
Example conversation
Karina and Lissette talk about an actor in Santo Domingo.
- Karina¿Viste al actor nuevo?Did you see the new actor?
- LissetteSí, es muy guapo.Yes, he is very handsome.
- KarinaY buen actor también.And a good actor too.
