Adjective
/puntiˈaɣuðo/
The word "puntiagudo" refers to something that has a sharp or pointed tip. This adjective is commonly used to describe objects with a sharp end, such as a knife or a pencil. It can also be used in a figurative sense to describe people or situations that are sharp-witted or criticize sharply.
In terms of frequency, "puntiagudo" is used moderately often in both oral and written contexts, particularly in descriptive language. It may appear more frequently in written texts where precise descriptions are needed, such as in technical specifications or literary descriptions.
El lápiz está puntiagudo, así que ten cuidado al usarlo.
The pencil is sharp, so be careful when using it.
Me corté con un objeto puntiagudo en la cocina.
I cut myself with a pointed object in the kitchen.
Su comentario fue puntiagudo, pero tenía razón.
His comment was sharp, but he was right.
While "puntiagudo" is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions, it can be part of colloquial phrases describing sharp criticism or pointed remarks. Here are some examples:
No te lo tomes a pecho, su crítica fue solo un comentario puntiagudo.
Don't take it to heart; his criticism was just a sharp remark.
A veces es mejor evitar las palabras puntiagudas en una reunión.
Sometimes it’s better to avoid sharp words in a meeting.
Su estilo de enseñanza es muy puntiagudo, siempre señala los errores.
His teaching style is very pointed; he always highlights the mistakes.
Las discusiones entre ellos tienden a volverse puntiagudas rápidamente.
The discussions between them tend to become sharp quickly.
The word "puntiagudo" is derived from the Spanish word "punto," which means "point," combined with the suffix "-agudo," which comes from the Latin "acutus," meaning sharp or acute. Thus, "puntiagudo" literally describes something with a "sharp point."
Synonyms: - Agudo (sharp) - Afilado (cutting) - Picudo (pointed)
Antonyms: - Romo (blunt) - Liso (smooth) - Redondeado (rounded)