English–Spanish

“smooth” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoterso

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈliso/

Example

La madera está lisa.

The wood is smooth.

Illustration for liso (smooth)

How to say “smooth” in Spanish

“Smooth” in Spanish is liso.

A smooth, untextured surface.

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

Example sentences with liso

Mi pelo está liso después del secador.

My hair is smooth after using the hair dryer.

Tips for using liso

  • In contrast to llano, which refers to flatness or level ground, liso focuses on lack of texture or relief, making liso appropriate for a smooth tabletop and llano for a flat landscape.

Other Spanish words for “smooth”

La piel está tersa.

The skin is smooth.

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