Spanish Conversation · Level 160
30 words
Spanish word
chulo
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈtʃulo/
Meaning
- adjectivecool
Example
¡Qué chula está tu chaqueta!
Your jacket looks so cool!
More examples
Ese reloj está chulo.
That watch is cool.
Core concept
Stylish look that combines attractiveness with a hint of swagger.
Common phrases
estar chulo
be cool
qué chula
how cool
llevar algo chulo
wear something cool
Similar words
guay: Casual, friendly kind of cool that feels approachable and informal.
molón: Eye-catching, attractive vibe or design that draws attention through style.
llamativo: Showy, brightly styled appearance that grabs immediate attention.
elegante: Refined, sophisticated look and bearing that appears polished and tasteful.
Definition in Spanish
Señala que algo o alguien tiene un aspecto atractivo, llamativo o con estilo; según el contexto o el tono puede expresar admiración o reproche por actitud presumida.
Word origin
From 18th-century slang describing a showy or proud person, chulo kept parallel senses that praise fashionable appearance and express disapproval of presumptuous attitude.
Usage tips
- Colloquial in register and not for formal situations, and the adjective agrees in gender as chulo for masculine nouns and chula for feminine nouns.