Spanish Conversation · Level 85
60 words
Spanish word
lisa
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈlisa/
Meaning
- adjectiveplain
Example
La camisa es lisa.
The shirt is plain.
More examples
Prefiero una camisa lisa para la entrevista.
I prefer a plain shirt for the interview.
Core concept
A smooth, unmarked tabletop.
Common phrases
camisa lisa
plain shirt
tela lisa
plain fabric
superficie lisa
smooth surface
Similar words
liso: Smooth and even surface, lacking bumps or texture.
unicolor: Solid single color throughout, with no pattern or color variation.
sencillo: Simple, unadorned appearance with no decorative details.
Definition in Spanish
Que tiene la superficie uniforme y sin dibujos; aplicado a telas indica 'sin estampado', y por extensión describe una superficie suave o el cabello sin rizo.
Word origin
Deriving from Latin laevis 'smooth', Spanish lisa names an even, unmarked surface often contrasted with estampado (printed) fabrics.
Usage tips
- The English word plain can mean 'boring', but Spanish lisa typically only signals lack of pattern or curl and does not necessarily imply dullness.