Spanish word

paraíso

Pronunciation

IPA/paɾaˈiso/

Meaning

  • masculine nounparadise

Example

Este lugar es un paraíso.

This place is a paradise.

Illustration for paraíso (paradise)

More examples

Muchos viajeros buscan un paraíso terrenal donde desconectar.

Many travelers seek an earthly paradise where they can unplug.

Core concept

Hidden peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.

Common phrases

  • paraíso terrenal

    earthly paradise

  • paraíso tropical

    tropical paradise

Similar words

cielo: Supreme heavenly place promised after death for the blessed.
edén: Mythic garden in scripture imagined as the perfect home for early humanity.
oasis: Green refuge within a desert or dry area, providing water and shade for rest.

Definition in Spanish

Lugar ideal o muy agradable que causa bienestar y placer, usado también en sentido figurado para expresar gran satisfacción.

Word origin

Via Greek paradeisos and Latin paradisus from Old Persian pairidaeza 'walled garden', paraíso extends from the literal enclosed-garden sense to a metaphorical perfect place.

Usage tips

  • In compounds it can take nonliteral senses, for example paraíso fiscal means a tax haven rather than a beautiful spot.

Other meanings

  • heavennoun

Opposites

Related words

  • paradisiacoparadisiacaladjective

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