Spanish Conversation · Level 43
73 words
Spanish word
hermoso
Pronunciation
IPA/eɾˈmoso/
Meaning
- adjectivebeautiful
Example
¡Qué lugar hermoso!
What a beautiful place!
More examples
El paisaje es hermoso al amanecer.
The landscape is beautiful at dawn.
Core concept
A sight that moves observers to admiration and wonder.
Common phrases
lugar hermoso
beautiful place
paisaje hermoso
beautiful landscape
día hermoso
beautiful day
Similar words
bonito: Neat, pleasant look that feels casual, familiar, and immediately likable.
lindo: Sweet, charming appearance that evokes affection and playfulness.
bello: Serene, classic beauty that moves through quiet dignity and inner depth.
precioso: Jewel-like, precious beauty that seems special and deserving of care.
Definition in Spanish
Expresa que algo es bello en su aspecto o provoca admiración, con un tono más enfático o poético que bonito.
Word origin
Derives from Latin formosus 'beautiful', via Old Spanish fermoso where f became h, with the suffix -oso meaning 'full of' and so 'full of beauty'.
Usage tips
- Hermoso commonly appears in poetic or formal registers and in exclamations like '¡Qué hermoso!', where its stronger tone suits scenery, ceremonies, or heartfelt praise.