Spanish Conversation · Level 19
90 words
Spanish word
caro
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkaɾo/
Meaning
- adjectiveexpensive
Example
Este libro es caro.
This book is expensive.
More examples
No lo compro porque es demasiado caro.
I don't buy it because it's too expensive.
Core concept
Large price tag.
Common phrases
muy caro
very expensive
demasiado caro
too expensive
más caro que
more expensive than
Similar words
carísimo: Costs an exceptionally large amount, often deterring purchase.
costoso: Requires substantial expense to obtain or to maintain over time.
elevado: Priced above the usual level.
lujoso: Features luxurious materials or decoration that raise its price.
Definition in Spanish
Que tiene un precio alto o que cuesta mucho dinero.
Word origin
From Latin cārus 'dear, precious', Spanish caro refers to something that has a high cost.
Usage tips
- Spanish speakers often contrast es caro (generally expensive) with está caro (temporarily or unusually expensive), and when giving a price they usually say cuesta + amount rather than only es caro.