brillo de labios
/bɾiʝo de labjos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "lipgloss" is translated into Spanish as brillo de labios.
This phrase refers to a cosmetic product used to make the lips appear shiny or glossy.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase brillo de labios is composed of brillo, meaning "shine" or "gloss" and de labios, meaning "of lips".
Which one should you use?
While brillo de labios is a standard way to say lipgloss, brillo labial is a common alternative that is frequently used in commercial or formal cosmetic contexts.
Did you know?
- In a Spanish pharmacy, you may encounter the word pintalabios, which literally means 'lip-painter' and is used specifically for colored lipstick.
- The word brillo shares a root with the Greek word for 'beryl', a transparent gemstone known for its clarity and shine.
- If you ask for brillo in a hardware store, the clerk will not hand you a cosmetic product, but rather a cloth or a liquid used to polish furniture or floors.
Examples in context
- Me gusta usar brillo de labios transparente.I like using clear lip shine.
- Me gusta este brillo de labios.I like this lipgloss.
- ¿Dónde dejaste el brillo de labios?Where did you leave the lipgloss?
- Necesito comprar un brillo de labios nuevo.I need to buy a new lipgloss.
Example conversation
Elena is getting ready in front of a mirror.
- JavierElena, ¿tienes un brillo de labios?Elena, do you have a lipgloss?
- ElenaSí, está en mi bolso.Yes, it is in my bag.
- JavierGracias, ¿me lo prestas?Thanks, can I borrow it?
- ElenaClaro, tómalo.Sure, take it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries brillo, de, CC BY-SA 4.0.
