Spanish word

musculoso

Pronunciation

IPA/muskuˈloso/

Meaning

  • adjectivewell-built

Example

Él es musculoso.

He is well-built.

Illustration for musculoso (well-built)

More examples

En el gimnasio hay muchas personas con cuerpo musculoso.

At the gym there are many people with muscular bodies.

Core concept

A sturdy, broad-shouldered body showing pronounced muscle mass.

Common phrases

  • cuerpo musculoso

    muscular body

  • brazo musculoso

    muscular arm

  • pecho musculoso

    muscular chest

Similar words

fuerte: Marked muscular strength enabling heavy lifting.
atlético: Compact, fit body shaped for speed and sports performance.
robusto: Robust constitution and a thick, solidly built frame.
forzudo: Noticeable musculature that conveys raw physical power.

Definition in Spanish

Que tiene mucha musculatura y aspecto físico fuerte.

Word origin

From Latin musculōsus, ultimately from musculus 'little mouse' with the suffix -oso indicating abundance.

Usage tips

  • Emphasizes visible muscle size rather than fitness level, so atlético or fuerte fit different senses of 'athletic' or 'strong'.

Other meanings

  • burlyadjective

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