bonita
to a woman
In the Dominican Republic bonita and linda are the usual words for pretty. They fit a woman, a child or a thing like a dress. It is also called bonito.
Meaning: good looking (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| bonita | to a woman |
| linda | to a woman, warm |
| bonito | to a man or thing |
In compliments, people often add qué at the start: Qué linda estás.
How does it change in a sentence?
The ending follows the noun: bonita for a feminine noun, bonito for a masculine one.
Did you know?
- The Dominican Republic is known for amber and larimar jewelry, both often described as bonito by visitors.
Examples in context
- Qué bonita está tu casa.Your house is so pretty.
- Tu vestido es muy lindo.Your dress is very pretty.
- Qué linda estás hoy.You look pretty today.
Example conversation
Yesenia admires a friend's dress in San Pedro de Macorís.
- YeseniaQué bonito tu vestido.Your dress is so pretty.
- AmigaGracias, lo compré ayer.Thanks, I bought it yesterday.
- YeseniaTe queda muy bien.It looks great on you.
