Spanish Conversation · Level 95
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Spanish word
estilista
Pronunciation
IPA/estiˈlista/
Meaning
- noun (m./f.)hairstylist
Example
Mi estilista me cortó el pelo y lo dejó perfecto.
My hairstylist cut my hair and left it perfect.
More examples
Mi estilista me recomendó productos para el cabello.
My hairstylist recommended products for my hair.
Core concept
Professional who creates a person's overall look with emphasis on hair, makeup, and clothing.
Common phrases
pedir cita con el estilista
book an appointment with the hairstylist
consejos del estilista
advice from the hairstylist
peinado por el estilista
hairstyle by the hairstylist
Similar words
peluquero: Shapes and maintains hairstyles by cutting, blow-drying, and styling hair.
maquillador: Creates looks by applying cosmetics for everyday wear, stage, or photos.
esteticista: Administers cosmetic skin and body services such as facials and waxing.
barbero: Gives traditional men's haircuts and precise beard and mustache grooming.
Definition in Spanish
Se usa para la persona profesional que diseña el look de alguien, incluyendo peinado, maquillaje o vestuario.
Word origin
From Spanish estilo 'style' plus the agent suffix -ista, with estilo from Latin stilus.
Usage tips
- Estilista is used for both fashion and hair specialists in Spanish, so for a hair salon role expect peluquero/a or estilista de cabello to make the hair focus clear.
Other meanings
- stylistnoun
- fashion stylistnoun
Related words
- estilostylenoun
- estilismostylingnoun
- estilizarstyleverb