Spanish Conversation · Level 17
89 words
Spanish word
idilio
Pronunciation
IPA/iˈðiljo/
Meaning
- masculine nounromance
Example
Tuvieron un idilio durante las vacaciones.
They had a romance during the holidays.
More examples
Tras el escándalo, rompieron el idilio.
After the scandal, they broke off the romance.
Core concept
A short, poetic love affair.
Common phrases
romper un idilio
break off a romance
un idilio breve
a brief romance
Similar words
amor: Deep, enduring affection and emotional bond toward someone.
romance: Romantic relationship or courtship marked by attraction and intimacy.
aventura: Brief, often secret love affair or fling that is temporary.
ligue: Casual hookup or flirtation with little expectation of lasting commitment.
Definition in Spanish
Vínculo amoroso breve y idealizado, con matiz poético o romántico.
Word origin
From Greek eidyllion 'little poetic scene', transmitted through medieval Latin and Old French into Spanish, idilio came to mean a brief, idealized romantic bond.
Usage tips
- Idilio is literary and poetic in register, so speakers typically use amor or relación for everyday talk.