eres perfecto
/eɾes peɾfeɡto/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'you're perfect' is translated into Spanish as eres perfecto.
This phrase is used as a compliment to tell someone that they have no faults or are exactly as they should be.
What does it mean word for word?
The word eres is the second-person singular conjugation of the verb ser (to be), which is used for permanent characteristics.
Which one should you use?
The form eres perfecto is used when the person being addressed is male or when addressing a mixed-gender group. If you are speaking to a woman, you must change the ending of the adjective to the feminine form perfecta.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In informal settings with friends or siblings, you can use Eres perfecto/a. If you are using the formal 'usted' to show respect, the verb changes from eres to es and you would say Es usted perfecto/a or usted es perfecto.
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are using the formal 'usted' to show respect, the verb changes from eres to es.
How do you pronounce it?
/eɾes peɾfeɡto/
Did you know?
- The verb eres is a linguistic oddity because it is a direct relic of the Latin future tense, meaning 'you will be', rather than the present tense form used in the original language.
- While perfecto is a high compliment, Spanish speakers often use the diminutive perfectito to make the praise feel more affectionate or cute.
- The word perfecto can be used as a one-word response to agree with a plan, acting more like the English word 'great' than a description of a person.
Examples in context
- Yo creo que eres perfecto.I think you're perfect.This sentence is useful for expressing your opinion using eres perfecto.Tatoeba #2717876 by Shishir, translation #2458592 by CK
- Para mí, eres perfecto.To me, you're perfect.
- No cambies nada, eres perfecto.Don't change a thing, you're perfect.
Example conversation
A couple is having a romantic dinner at home.
- MaríaDaniel, eres perfecto tal como eres.Daniel, you're perfect just the way you are.
- DanielGracias, María, eres muy amable.Thank you, María, you are very kind.
- MaríaLo digo en serio.I mean it.
- DanielMe haces muy feliz.You make me very happy.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries eres, perfecto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
