Spanish Conversation · Level 64
76 words
Spanish word
apetitoso
Pronunciation
IPA/apetiˈtoso/
Meaning
- adjectiveappetizing
Example
Este plato es apetitoso.
This dish is appetizing.
More examples
¿No te parece apetitoso ese postre?
Don't you find that dessert appetizing?
Core concept
A close-up of glossy, neatly arranged food on a plate.
Common phrases
aperitivo apetitoso
appetizing appetizer
bocado apetitoso
appetizing bite
postre apetitoso
appetizing dessert
Similar words
rico: Tastes rich and gives a satisfying, comforting sensation when eaten.
delicioso: Tastes exceptionally delicious and produces strong pleasure or satisfaction.
sabroso: Has a deep, full flavor that feels rich and enjoyable on the palate.
tentador: Appears or smells tempting in a way that provokes the desire to try it.
Definition in Spanish
Describe algo que parece apetecible o que invita a comer por su aspecto o aroma.
Word origin
Derived from Spanish apetito (via Latin appetitus) with the suffix -oso forming an adjective meaning 'having the quality of appetite' or 'appetizing'.
Usage tips
- No accent mark appears in apetitoso, and it describes the dish's appeal rather than the eater's hunger, which is apetito.