English–Spanish

“modern” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/moˈðeɾno/

Example

Me gusta el estilo moderno de tu casa.

I like the contemporary style of your house.

Illustration for moderno (modern)

How to say “modern” in Spanish

“Modern” in Spanish is moderno. moderno can also mean “contemporary”.

A piece of art using current techniques and trends.

Full entry for moderno: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with moderno

En la ciudad hay muchos edificios modernos.

There are many contemporary buildings in the city.

Tips for using moderno

  • When describing objects, moderno often signals modern design or methods rather than brand-new condition, so nuevo is preferred for recently made items.

Related English words

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