Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
How to Say Gorgeous in Spanish
Hermoso · adjective · ehr-MOH-soh
Gorgeous can be translated as 'hermoso/a,' 'precioso/a,' 'guapísimo/a,' or 'bellísimo/a' in Spanish, depending on what you're describing and how intense you want the compliment to be. 'Hermoso' is versatile and works for people, places, and things. 'Precioso' is warm and universally flattering. The superlative forms add extra intensity.
For 'hermoso,' say ehr-MOH-soh (the 'h' is silent). For 'precioso,' say preh-see-OH-soh. For 'guapísimo,' say gwah-PEE-see-moh. Remember gender agreement: hermosa, preciosa, guapísima for feminine.
La vista desde la montaña es absolutamente hermosa.
The view from the mountain is absolutely gorgeous.
Gorgeous in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for gorgeous, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| hermoso | gorgeous | ehr-MOH-soh | Default, widely understood |
| precioso | gorgeous | universal, slightly softer | |
| guapísimo | gorgeous | Spain, for people | |
| bellísimo | gorgeous | literary/poetic |
How Native Speakers Use Hermoso
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Complimenting a person
Te ves preciosa con ese vestido rojo.
You look gorgeous in that red dress.
Using 'preciosa' to compliment someone's appearance—warm without being overly forward.
Describing scenery
El atardecer en la playa estaba hermoso.
The sunset at the beach was gorgeous.
Using 'hermoso' for natural beauty, applicable to landscapes and moments.
Expressing admiration
¡Qué casa tan hermosa! Me encanta la arquitectura.
What a gorgeous house! I love the architecture.
Exclamatory structure '¡Qué + noun + tan + adjective!' to express strong admiration.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Hermoso
Using 'gorgeous' as a Spanish word
Incorrect: Eres muy gorgeous.
Correct: Eres muy hermosa/preciosa.
There is no Spanish cognate of 'gorgeous.' English speakers sometimes mistakenly assume 'gorjoso' or similar might exist, but the proper translations are hermoso, precioso, bello, or guapo.
Using 'guapo' for non-people
Incorrect: ¡Qué guapa está la comida!
Correct: ¡Qué bonita/hermosa se ve la comida!
In standard Spanish, 'guapo/a' is reserved for people's physical attractiveness. For food, places, or objects, use 'hermoso,' 'bonito,' or 'precioso.'
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Common Questions About Gorgeous in Spanish
- Which word for gorgeous sounds most natural for complimenting someone?
- For complimenting a person's appearance in everyday speech, 'estás guapísima/o' works perfectly in Spain, while 'te ves hermosa/o' or 'estás preciosa/o' are universally warm across all Spanish-speaking countries without sounding overly intimate or formal.
- Is 'hermoso' used differently in Latin America vs Spain?
- In Latin America, 'hermoso/a' is widely used for people, places, and experiences in everyday conversation, while in Spain it can sound slightly formal or poetic when describing people—Spaniards tend to prefer 'guapo/a' or 'precioso/a' for casual compliments about appearance.
- Can you use 'lindo' as a translation for gorgeous?
- While 'lindo/a' means beautiful or pretty (especially common in Latin America), it is slightly less intense than gorgeous—closer to 'lovely' or 'pretty'—so for the stronger impact of 'gorgeous,' you would want to use 'hermoso/a,' 'precioso/a,' or a superlative like 'lindísimo/a.'