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liso

smooth

adjective LEE-soh Rare

Also means

flat, plain (of fabric/colour)

Usage Note

Liso describes a surface without bumps or roughness, and also describes fabric or hair that is straight or a plain (unpatterned) colour. Pelo liso means straight hair, contrasted with rizado (curly). In Latin America liso can colloquially mean 'cheeky' or 'bold', which can cause confusion.

Examples

"La pared está completamente lisa."

Natural Translation

The wall is completely smooth.

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