Meaning
Used to describe something with a high price.
Cultural Background
In Mexico, you might hear 'Está carísimo' to emphasize the high price. In Spain, 'caro' is used standardly, but in informal settings, people might say 'es una pasta'. Argentines often use 'caro' but may add 'che' for emphasis.
Gender Agreement
Always check the noun before saying 'caro'. If it's feminine, change it to 'cara'.
Negotiation
Use 'Es muy caro' with a smile to start a friendly negotiation at a market.
Meaning
Used to describe something with a high price.
Gender Agreement
Always check the noun before saying 'caro'. If it's feminine, change it to 'cara'.
Negotiation
Use 'Es muy caro' with a smile to start a friendly negotiation at a market.
Don't confuse
Never say 'Es muy raro' when you mean 'expensive'. You will confuse people!
Test Yourself
Select the correct adjective form.
El coche es muy ____.
Coche is masculine singular.
Fill in the blank.
Las manzanas son muy ____.
Manzanas is feminine plural.
Complete the response.
A: ¿Quieres comprar este reloj? B: No, ____.
Reloj is masculine singular.
Match the noun to the adjective.
Match: 1. La casa, 2. Los libros
Gender and number agreement.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEl coche es muy ____.
Coche is masculine singular.
Las manzanas son muy ____.
Manzanas is feminine plural.
A: ¿Quieres comprar este reloj? B: No, ____.
Reloj is masculine singular.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Gender and number agreement.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsNo, it is only for objects or services.
It is neutral and used in all registers.
Use 'carísimo' or 'muy caro'.
The opposite is 'barato'.
Yes, it changes based on gender and number.
Only if discussing budget or costs.
Yes, it is universal in Spanish.
It is an idiom for something extremely expensive.
Related Phrases
Es barato
contrastIt is cheap
Cuesta un ojo de la cara
builds onIt costs an arm and a leg
Es una ganga
contrastIt is a bargain
