críticas mixtas
/kɾitikas miɡstas/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'mixed reviews' is translated into Spanish as críticas mixtas.
The phrase críticas mixtas is commonly used in journalism and media to describe the reception of a film, book or product, indicating a collection of opinions that includes both positive and negative comments.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of críticas (reviews or criticisms) and mixtas (mixed). In this phrase, both words must agree in gender (feminine) and number (plural).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, Críticas Contrapuestas is an alternative expression used to reflect the idea of 'mixed reviews.'
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are referring to a single review that contains both positive and negative elements, use the singular form crítica mixta.
How do you pronounce it?
/kɾitikas miɡstas/
Did you know?
- While English uses 'mixed' to describe reviews, Spanish speakers sometimes use the adjective agridulce, meaning 'bittersweet', to describe a reception that was pleasant but ultimately left a bad taste.
- The word crítica is a double-edged sword in Spanish. It refers to a professional 'review' of a work, but it is also the exact same word used for 'criticism' in the sense of a negative complaint or judgment.
- When a reaction is so divided that there is no middle ground, Spanish speakers use polarizada to describe the reception.
Examples in context
- La nueva película ha recibido opiniones diversas. Algunos aman la trama, mientras que otros la encuentran confusa.The new movie has received mixed reviews. Some love the plot, while others find it confusing.
- El último libro del autor ha tenido una recepción mixta entre los críticos literarios.The author's latest book has had a mixed reception among literary critics.
- La exposición de arte ha generado valoraciones contradictorias entre los expertos.The art exhibition has generated mixed reviews among experts.
- El restaurante recibió opiniones encontradas. A algunos les encantó la comida, mientras que otros la consideraron decepcionante.The restaurant received mixed reviews. Some loved the food, while others found it disappointing.
- La nueva serie de televisión tiene buenas y malas reseñas. A algunos les fascina, pero otros la encuentran aburrida.The new TV series has good and bad reviews. Some are fascinated by it, but others find it boring.
- La película ha generado opiniones divididas. Algunos la consideran un éxito absoluto, mientras que otros la consideran un fracaso total.The movie has generated mixed reviews. Some consider it a complete success, while others think it's a total failure.
- La última película del director ha recibido críticas contrapuestas. Unos la consideran su mejor trabajo, mientras que otros la califican como decepcionante.The director's latest movie has received mixed reviews. Some consider it his best work, while others find it disappointing.
- La película recibió críticas mixtas.The movie received mixed reviews.
- Hay críticas mixtas sobre el nuevo restaurante.There are mixed reviews about the new restaurant.
- El libro tiene críticas mixtas en internet.The book has mixed reviews on the internet.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are discussing a new play they want to see.
- Elena¿Quieres ir a ver la obra de teatro?Do you want to go see the play?
- MateoNo estoy seguro, tiene críticas mixtas.I am not sure, it has mixed reviews.
- ElenaEs cierto, algunas personas dicen que es aburrida.That's true, some people say it is boring.
- MateoEntonces mejor busquemos otra opción, Elena.Then let's look for another option, Elena.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
