Spanish word

espectacular

Pronunciation

IPA/espektakuˈlaɾ/

Meaning

  • adjectiveamazing

Example

¡Tu proyecto es espectacular!

Your project is amazing!

Illustration for espectacular (amazing)

More examples

¡Qué espectacular estuvo el concierto anoche!

How spectacular the concert was last night!

Core concept

A visually overwhelming scene.

Common phrases

  • concierto espectacular

    spectacular concert

  • fiesta espectacular

    spectacular party

Similar words

increíble: Feels so extraordinary that it seems almost unbelievable.
maravilloso: Inspires heartfelt admiration and warm, joyful wonder.
estupendo: Shows outstanding quality and earns enthusiastic approval.
impresionante: Leaves a powerful, memorable impression that lingers.

Definition in Spanish

Que destaca por su impacto visual, emocional o por su tamaño y provoca admiración.

Word origin

From Latin spectare 'to look' via medieval Latin spectaculum and Spanish espectáculo, the adjective names something that draws strong visual or emotional attention.

Usage tips

  • Although it is a close cognate of English 'spectacular', Spanish speakers often reserve espectacular for dramatic, showy cases and prefer genial or increíble for more casual praise.

Other meanings

  • wonderfuladjective
  • impressiveadjective

Opposites

Related words

Word lists with this word