lujo
/ˈluxo/
The English phrase 'luxe' is translated into Spanish as lujo.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the colloquial term chulo is sometimes used to mean something is stylish or cool.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈluxo/
Did you know?
- The word lujo shares the same Latin root as the English word 'luxury', but the original Latin verb 'luxare' actually meant 'to bend' or 'to break' instead of implying wealth.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the phrase de lujo is used as an adverb to mean something was done excellently or with great quality, even if no physical luxury was involved.
- While lujo describes something expensive, if you want to describe a person who is acting 'extra' or showing off their wealth in a tacky way, you might call them presumido.
Examples in context
- Este hotel es muy lujosoThis hotel is very luxurious
- Este restaurante ofrece una experiencia refinadaThis restaurant offers a refined experience
- Vivir en un hotel de lujo es increíble.Living in a luxury hotel is incredible.
- No necesito el lujo de un coche nuevo.I don't need the luxury of a new car.
- Ese reloj es un verdadero lujo.That watch is a true luxury.
Example conversation
Daniel and Lucía are discussing their vacation plans.
- Daniel¿Quieres viajar con mucho lujo?Do you want to travel with a lot of luxury?
- LucíaNo, prefiero algo sencillo y barato.No, I prefer something simple and cheap.
- DanielEstá bien, buscaremos un hostal.That's fine, we'll look for a hostel.
- Lucía¡Perfecto, me parece una buena idea!Perfect, sounds like a good idea!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry lujo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries lujo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
