Spanish Conversation · Level 48
74 words
Spanish word
cosmético
Pronunciation
IPA/kosˈmetiko/
Meaning
- masculine nouncosmetics
Example
¿Dónde venden cosméticos?
Where do they sell cosmetics?
More examples
La marca de cosméticos lanzó una nueva base ligera.
The cosmetic brand launched a new lightweight foundation.
Core concept
Compact, lipstick and bottle of lotion grouped as beauty products.
Common phrases
marca de cosméticos
cosmetic brand
envase de cosméticos
cosmetic packaging
Similar words
maquillaje: Face cosmetics in powder or liquid form that add color and highlight the eyes and mouth.
crema: Moisturizing cream that restores hydration and softens dry skin.
base: Skin primer that smooths color unevenness and helps other makeup sit evenly.
pintalabios: Lipstick in stick or tube form that applies pigment or gloss to the lips.
Definition in Spanish
Refiere a sustancias u objetos empleados para maquillar, perfumar o tratar la piel y otras partes del cuerpo con fines estéticos.
Word origin
From Greek kosmētikos ('concerned with adornment'), through Latin and French into Spanish to designate items that alter or improve appearance.
Usage tips
- The written accent on the e (cosmético) is required in Spanish because it marks the stress, so dropping it is a spelling error.
Other meanings
- beauty productnoun
- makeup productnoun
Related words
- cosméticacosmeticsnoun