frío
cold
The physical sensation or phenomenon of low temperature
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frigid
intensely cold
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Frío means cold and is related to the English word frigid0, which means intensely cold.
frío
cold
The physical sensation or condition of low temperature, especially from weather or the environment.
Hace mucho frío en inviernoIt's very cold in winter
No puedo aguantar este fríoI can't stand this cold
cold, cool
Something that is cool or has low temperature, often describing food, drinks, or objects.
Prefiero una bebida fría en el veranoI prefer a cold drink in the summer
El agua fría de la piscina es refrescanteThe cold water from the pool is refreshing
cold, cool (emotional)
Transferred to emotions and relationships, coldness means lack of warmth, affection, or emotional connection. Just as physical cold is uncomfortable, emotional coldness feels unwelcoming.
Nos acogieron con frialdadThey welcomed us coldly
Su respuesta fue muy fría y distanteHis response was very cold and distant
cool, cold (calm, rational)
Calm, detached, or unemotional thinking. Like coldness physically distances you from warmth, emotional coldness keeps you distant from passion or impulse.
Mantén la mente fría durante la crisisKeep a cool head during the crisis
Necesitamos un análisis frío de la situaciónWe need a cold, objective analysis of the situation