Spanish word

majestuoso

Pronunciation

IPA/maxesˈtwoso/

Meaning

  • adjectivemajestic

Example

El paisaje majestuoso me dejó sin palabras.

The majestic landscape left me speechless.

Illustration for majestuoso (majestic)

More examples

El palacio majestuoso brillaba bajo la luz del atardecer.

The majestic palace shone in the light of the setting sun.

Core concept

A vast cathedral with soaring arches and a hush that inspires awe.

Common phrases

  • palacio majestuoso

    majestic palace

  • paisaje majestuoso

    majestic landscape

  • edificio majestuoso

    majestic building

Similar words

imponente: Commands attention through visible authority and powerful scale.
impresionante: Leaves a vivid impression of awe or astonishment.
sublime: Suggests transcendent beauty and flawless form that deeply touches.
solemne: Maintains a restrained, serious mood suited to formal ceremony.

Definition in Spanish

Describe algo de gran magnitud o belleza solemne que provoca admiración y respeto.

Word origin

From Latin maiestas via Spanish majestad plus the adjectival suffix -oso, meaning 'full of majesty', giving an adjective for solemn grandeur.

Usage tips

  • Used for strong, formal admiration (especially for nature, architecture, or ceremonies) and it can sound exaggerated in casual conversation.

Other meanings

  • sublimeadjective
  • dignifiedadjective
  • statelyadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • majestuosidadmajestynoun

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