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serio

serious

adjective SEH-ryoh Less Common

Also means

reliable

Usage Note

Serio describes both a grave demeanour (una expresión seria) and something trustworthy or dependable (una empresa seria). Used with estar it describes a temporary mood; with ser it characterises a person's nature. The adverb en serio means 'seriously' or 'for real'.

Examples

"El doctor tiene una expresión muy seria."

Natural Translation

The doctor has a very serious expression.

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