Word
bello
Phoneticsbel·lo
/ˈbɛɫoʊ/
Definition
adj. describing something or someone very beautiful. It is an Italian word that English speakers sometimes use to sound more artistic or sophisticated.
adj. possessing high aesthetic value or physical beauty. Borrowed from Italian; typically used in English as a loanword in artistic, musical, or fashion contexts to evoke a specific cultural flair.
Examples
“The designer described the new dress as simply bello.”
“The critic noted that the lead actor was quite bello, though his performance lacked the depth required for the role.”
Examples
simple
“The designer described the new dress as simply bello.”
contextual
“The critic noted that the lead actor was quite bello, though his performance lacked the depth required for the role.”
Usage
Often used as a predicative adjective or a standalone exclamation in artistic contexts.
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