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"Prestigioso" is an adjective which is often translated as "prestigious", and "refinamiento" is a noun which is often translated as "refinement". Learn more about the difference between "prestigioso" and "refinamiento" below.
prestigioso(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. prestigious
Aunque te hayas graduado en medicina en una prestigiosa universidad, no significa que seas un buen médico.Even if you graduated in medicine from a prestigious university, it doesn't mean you're a good doctor.
b. famous
Nuestra ciudad acogerá este año un prestigioso certamen literario.This year a famous literary contest will take place in our city.
el refinamiento(
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)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (general)
a. refinement
El refinamiento de los modales de la Princesa Eugenia provocó la admiración de todos en su gira por Europa.The refinement of Princess Eugenia's manners was admired by everyone on her tour of Europe.
