Spanish Conversation · Level 66
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Spanish word
rugoso
Pronunciation
IPA/ruˈɣoso/
Meaning
- adjectiverough
Example
La superficie es rugosa.
The surface is rough.
More examples
La tela vieja se siente rugosa al tacto.
The old fabric feels rough to the touch.
Core concept
Surface with small, irregular bumps and shallow ridges.
Common phrases
superficie rugosa
rough surface
textura rugosa
rough texture
tela rugosa
rough fabric
Similar words
áspero: Feels coarse and gritty to the touch, giving an abrasive, harsh texture.
arrugado: Has wrinkles or creases that create a wavy, folded sensation when touched.
Definition in Spanish
Calificativo para objetos cuya textura es irregular y produce una sensación áspera al tacto por relieves pequeños.
Word origin
From Latin ruga 'wrinkle' through medieval rūgosus, originally meaning 'full of wrinkles' and later used for surfaces showing small raised folds or ridges.
Usage tips
- Refers mainly to a texture perceived by touch; for more generally coarse or abrasive surfaces use áspero and avoid using rugoso to describe a person's character.