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sofisticado

sophisticated

adjective soh-fees-tee-KAH-doh Rare

Also means

refined

Usage Note

Sofisticado describes a person, object, or system that is polished, complex, and worldly. The feminine is sofisticada. Unlike English 'sophisticated', it does not carry a negative connotation of being falsely clever — it is generally complimentary in Spanish. It is common in fashion, technology, and culinary contexts.

Examples

"El restaurante tiene un ambiente sofisticado."

Natural Translation

The restaurant has a sophisticated atmosphere.

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