What is the Spanish word for "precious"?

Learn how to say "precious" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

precious

Spanish

preciado

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download

Alternative translations of "precious"

valioso
querido
amado
adorado

Examples of how to use "precious" in Spanish

English
Time is our most precious resource.
Spanish
El tiempo es nuestro recurso más precioso.
English
This ring is very precious to me.
Spanish
Este anillo es muy valioso para mí.
English
She keeps precious photos in a box.
Spanish
Ella guarda fotos preciosas en una caja.
English
Time with family is precious.
Spanish
El tiempo con la familia es precioso.
English
Handle that vase; it's precious and fragile.
Spanish
Manéjalo con cuidado, ese jarrón es valioso y frágil.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "precious" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

Test Yourself with Flashcards

Card 1 of 5
Score: 0/0
Translate to Spanish
Time is our most precious resource.

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download
What is the Spanish word for "precious"? | Habladoo