Cool in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'cool' is 'fresco', pronounced FREHS-koh (IPA: /ˈfɾesko/). It is a B1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: frescos).
Pronunciation: FREHS-koh
| Spanish | fresco |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | FREHS-koh · /ˈfɾesko/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | frescos |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'fresco'
- Hace fresco esta mañana.
It is cool this morning. - ¿Está fresca el agua del río?
Is the river water cool? - Me gusta el aire fresco de la montaña.
I like the cool mountain air. - En otoño las tardes son frescas, perfectas para caminar por el parque sin pasar calor.
In autumn the afternoons are cool, perfect for walking in the park without getting hot.
Common Phrases with 'fresco'
- hace fresco
it's cool (weather) - aire fresco
fresh air - tomar el fresco
to get some fresh air
How to Use 'fresco'
For cool weather use hace fresco. Fresco also means 'fresh' (fruta fresca, fresh fruit) — context tells you which. It agrees: fresco, fresca, frescos, frescas. Note: it does NOT mean 'cool' as in awesome; for that use genial, chévere, padre, guay, etc., depending on the country.
Regional note: As a noun, un fresco can mean a shameless or cheeky person in many countries. 'Cool = awesome' varies hugely: chévere (Caribbean/Andes), padre (Mexico), guay (Spain), bacán (Chile/Peru).
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Cool' in Spanish is 'fresco', pronounced FREHS-koh.
It is spelled f-r-e-s-c-o.
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