Spanish Conversation · Level 6
89 words
Spanish word
flamante
Pronunciation
IPA/flaˈmante/
Meaning
- adjectivebrand-new
Example
Es un coche flamante.
It's a brand-new car.
More examples
Compró un móvil flamante en la tienda.
He bought a brand-new mobile phone in the store.
Core concept
A gleaming showroom car.
Common phrases
chaqueta flamante
brand-new jacket
móvil flamante
brand-new mobile phone
Similar words
nuevo: Newly produced and unused, in the basic fresh condition from manufacture.
reluciente: Clearly shiny on the surface, producing a visible, sparkling luster.
Definition in Spanish
Describe algo nuevo o recién estrenado que llama la atención por su aspecto vistoso o elegante, con un matiz enfático usado a menudo en contextos formales o periodísticos.
Word origin
The word comes from Latin flammans, from flamma 'flame', originally meaning 'burning' and later used metaphorically for a bright, attention-grabbing appearance.
Usage tips
- Frequent in headlines and adverts, it often carries an emphatic or ironic tone and can sound exaggerated in casual conversation.
Other meanings
- shinyadjective
- newly appointedadjective
Opposites
- viejooldadjective
- gastadowornadjective