original
/oɾixiˈnal/masculine
The English word "original" can be translated into Spanish as original.
As a noun, original refers to the object from which all later copies and variations are derived. It is also used as an adjective to describe something that is the first in a series or something that is fresh and different.
Meaning: object from which all later copies and variations are derived (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as an adjective, original remains the same for both masculine and feminine nouns, though it must agree in number. To make the word plural, add -es to form originales.
How do you pronounce it?
/oɾixiˈnal/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, calling someone original can be a subtle way of saying they are eccentric or 'weird' rather than just creative.
- The word original shares a common ancestor with the English word 'rise', stemming from the Latin verb 'orior', which means to rise or emerge.
- While original describes the first version, Spanish uses the term primicia to describe the 'original' scoop or first report of a news story.
Examples in context
- Mi frase es original.My sentence is original.This example shows the use of original as an adjective describing a sentence.Tatoeba #8820592 by arh, translation #8821122 by carlosalberto
- Tu ídea es muy original.Your idea is very original.This example shows the use of original as an adjective describing an idea.Tatoeba #13931605 by BenjaBesings_14, translation #11955672 by Fenrir
- ¿Es una pintura original?Is that an original painting?This example shows the use of original as an adjective describing a painting.Tatoeba #12903392 by entusiasta, translation #2796872 by sharptoothed
- El pintor presentó una obra original y única.The painter presented an original and unique artwork.
- El museo alberga una auténtica pieza romana.The museum houses an original Roman piece.
- Tu forma de vestir es muy original.Your way of dressing is very original.
- La película que vimos anoche fue realmente única.The movie we watched last night was truly original.
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Example conversation
At an art gallery, discussing a painting.
- LucíaEste cuadro es el original.This painting is the original.
- DanielEntonces, ¿es de Picasso?So, is it by Picasso?
- LucíaSí, es el original de su colección.Yes, it is the original from his collection.
- DanielEs increíble ver el original en persona.It is incredible to see the original in person.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “original” translations and entries original, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries original, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
