Spanish Conversation · Level 188
15 words
Spanish word
chic
Pronunciation
IPA/tʃik/
Meaning
- adjectivefashionable
Example
Ella siempre va chic a las fiestas.
She always goes to parties fashionably.
More examples
Ella lleva ropa chic incluso para ir a la oficina.
She wears chic clothing even to the office.
Core concept
Sophisticated look with attention to small details.
Common phrases
ropa chic
chic clothing
accesorios chic
chic accessories
estar chic
be chic
Similar words
elegante: Maintains a calm, elegant presence characterized by smooth lines and classic shapes.
estiloso: Highlights contemporary trends and individual taste with bold or playful choices.
refinado: Reflects meticulous craftsmanship and selective finishing that creates delicate refinement.
sofisticado: Suggests intellectual or worldly taste through layered, intricate styling choices.
Definition in Spanish
Se usa para algo o alguien que tiene apariencia refinada y atención a los detalles, transmitiendo una sensación de sofisticación.
Word origin
Borrowed from French chic, the term originally signaled tasteful cleverness and now describes a refined appearance or manner in Spanish.
Usage tips
- In everyday speech, muy chic is a common simple phrase, and specifying the detail that is chic makes the remark more convincing.