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opaco

opaque

adjective oh-PAH-koh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Textures

Origin: From Latin opacus (shaded, dark).

Also means

dull, obscure

Usage Note

Opaco describes a material that does not let light through (opposite of transparente) and figuratively a person or style that is dull or hard to understand. The expression cristal opaco or vidrio opaco (frosted glass) is common in practical contexts. The adverb form is opacamente.

Examples

"El vidrio opaco no deja pasar la luz."

Natural Translation

Opaque glass does not let light through.

Literal Translation

The glass opaque not lets pass the light.

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