Spanish word

metálico

Pronunciation

IPA/meˈtaliko/

Meaning

  • adjectivemade of metal

Example

Esta mesa metálica es pesada.

This table made of metal is heavy.

Illustration for metálico (made of metal)

More examples

La cadena metálica estaba oxidada.

The metal chain was rusty.

Core concept

Material showing the shine and hardness typical of metal.

Common phrases

  • cadena metálica

    metal chain

  • pieza metálica

    metal part

Similar words

brillante: Shiny and reflective, with a surface that catches light.
resistente: Resists impact or pressure and does not break easily.
oxidado: Shows rust or corrosion, with reddish-brown discoloration.

Definition in Spanish

Que tiene la composición, el aspecto o las propiedades propias del metal.

Word origin

Borrowed ultimately from Greek metallon via Latin metallum and Late Latin metallicus, yielding Spanish metálico.

Usage tips

  • When speakers want to emphasize actual composition they often say hecho de metal or pieza metálica, while pintura metálica commonly refers only to a metallic paint finish.

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