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prístino means pristine — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 5, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

prístino

adjective • /[PREES-tee-no]/

pristine

Example:

Ese lago prístino parecía un espejo divino.

That pristine lake seemed like a divine mirror.

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🧠 What does prístino mean?

Prístino beautifully captures the idea of something untouched, pure, and in its original state. Think of a flawless, sparkling white beach, an untouched forest, or a perfectly preserved historical document. It goes beyond simply "clean" and implies a sense of original perfection, as if newly created.

📚 Extra examples

  • El lago era de una belleza prístina, con aguas cristalinas.
    The lake was of pristine beauty, with crystal-clear waters.
  • Mantuvieron la casa en condiciones prístinas.
    They kept the house in pristine condition.
  • Ella buscaba la prístina nieve de las montañas.
    She sought the pristine snow of the mountains.
  • El documento prístino reveló detalles históricos importantes.
    The pristine document revealed important historical details.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'pristine' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'pristine' is 'prístino'.
How do you pronounce 'prístino' in Spanish?
It's pronounced PREE-stee-no. The stress is on the first syllable. Remember the accent mark on the 'i'.
How do you use 'prístino' in a sentence?
You can use 'prístino' to describe anything in perfect, original condition, like a 'prístino bosque' (pristine forest) or 'ropa prístina' (pristine clothes).
What is the English translation of 'prístino'?
The English translation of 'prístino' is 'pristine'.
Does 'prístino' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'prístino' does change. For feminine nouns, use 'prístina', and for plurals, use 'prístinos' (masculine) and 'prístinas' (feminine).
Is 'prístino' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as words like 'limpio' (clean), 'prístino' is still used and understood, especially in more formal or descriptive contexts.
Does 'prístino' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'prístino' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It maintains its core meaning of pure and untouched.
Is 'prístino' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'prístino' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "prístino"

Synonyms: inmaculado, puro, intacto, impecable
Opposites: sucio, contaminado, deteriorado, dañado

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'prístino' comes from the Latin word 'pristinus,' meaning 'former' or 'original.'

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