solitario

solitary

adjective noun soh-lee-TAH-ryoh Less Common

Also means

lonely

Usage Note

Solitario describes both a person or place that is isolated or alone (un lobo solitario = 'a lone wolf') and the feeling of loneliness. As a noun it also refers to the card game solitaire (jugar al solitario) and to a solitaire diamond setting. The related noun soledad carries a stronger emotional charge ('loneliness/solitude').

Examples

"Llevaba una vida solitaria en el campo."

Natural Translation

He led a solitary life in the countryside.

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