Spanish Conversation · Level 13
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Spanish word
agradable
Pronunciation
IPA/aɣɾaˈðaβle/
Meaning
- adjectivenice
Example
Esta persona parece agradable.
This person seems nice.
More examples
La camarera tuvo un trato agradable conmigo.
The waitress gave me pleasant treatment.
Core concept
An atmosphere or demeanor that gives a pleasant impression.
Common phrases
sonrisa agradable
pleasant smile
trato agradable
pleasant treatment
clima agradable
pleasant climate
Similar words
simpático: Behaves amiably and openly, making people feel comfortable quickly.
amable: Displays kind, considerate behavior that shows concern for others.
cordial: Shows genuine, warm goodwill that suggests sincere friendliness.
Definition in Spanish
Que resulta placentero al tratar con alguien o al permanecer en un lugar.
Word origin
Derived from Spanish agradar plus -able, with the root from Latin ad- and gratus 'pleasing', reflecting the meaning 'able to give pleasure'.
Usage tips
- Closely related to English 'pleasant' or 'agreeable' but used especially for the feel or tone of an encounter rather than a deep personal bond.
Other meanings
- pleasantadjective
- agreeableadjective
Opposites
- antipáticounfriendlyadjective
- desagradableunpleasantadjective