Áspero
Example: La tela áspera me irrita la piel cuando la toco.
Definition
"Áspero" describes a rough or coarse texture that can cause discomfort or irritation, such as a fabric that feels unpleasant to the touch and may irritate the skin.
Etymology
The word "áspero" comes from the Latin 'asper,' which means rough or harsh. It has retained this meaning in Spanish, often used to describe textures or surfaces that are not smooth. Did you know that 'asper' also influenced the English word 'asperity,' meaning harshness or severity?
Learn to use this word actively
"Áspero" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select Spanish as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
