pictórico

pictorial

adjective peek-TOH-ree-koh Rare

Origin: From Latin pictor (painter).

Usage Note

Pictórico is a formal adjective meaning 'relating to painting or visual art'. It is stressed on the antepenultimate syllable (esdrújulo), so the accent is always written. Common collocations include talento pictórico, obra pictórica, and tradición pictórica. Do not confuse it with pintoresco (picturesque).

Examples

"Su talento pictórico se notó desde muy joven."

Natural Translation

His pictorial talent was evident from a very young age.

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