estético

aesthetic

adjective ehs-TEH-tee-koh Rare

Origin: from Greek aisthētikos, 'of sense perception'

Usage Note

Estético can also function as a noun (la estética — aesthetics as a field, or a beauty salon in colloquial use). The phrase cirugía estética means cosmetic surgery. Do not confuse with anestésico (anaesthetic). The feminine form is estética.

Examples

"El diseño tiene un valor estético innegable."

Natural Translation

The design has an undeniable aesthetic value.

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