Spanish Conversation · Level 4
87 words
Spanish word
mejor
Pronunciation
IPA/meˈxoɾ/
Meaning
- adjectivebetter
Example
Ese es un plan mejor.
That is a better plan.
More examples
Después de practicar, estoy mejor.
After practicing, I have become better.
Core concept
An upward arrow reaching a higher point than another.
Common phrases
estar mejor
become better
la mejor decisión
the best decision
Similar words
preferible: More desirable as a choice in a specific situation.
adecuado: Appropriate for a particular purpose or circumstance.
conveniente: Practical and advantageous because it suits timing or needs.
superior: Higher in rank, grade, or intrinsic quality.
Definition in Spanish
Forma irregular derivada de bueno que indica superioridad en grado o habilidad y que se usa en comparaciones con que (A es mejor que B) o en construcciones elípticas.
Word origin
From Latin melior, the comparative of bonus 'good', preserved in Spanish as the irregular comparative mejor.
Usage tips
- In conversation mejor often appears alone to mean 'that's better' or 'better not', so expect short elliptical replies like 'Mejor' or 'Mejor no'.