Amber (en. Amber)

/ˈæm.bər/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Yellowish resinous substance, fossilized from trees, used in the manufacture of jewelry.
The necklace she is wearing is made of amber.
El collar que lleva puesto está hecho de ámbar.
Orange-yellow color that resembles amber.
The light of the sunset had an amber hue.
La luz del atardecer tenía un tono de ámbar.
Amber is used in traditional medicine for its healing properties.
It is said that amber helps with sore throats.
Se dice que el ámbar ayuda con los dolores de garganta.

Etymology

From Old French 'ambre', from Arabic 'anbar', which refers to an aromatic material.

Common Phrases and Expressions

amber eye
Term that refers to a reaction of surprise or distrust.
ojo de ámbar
amber light
Refers to a type of light that is orange, like traffic lights.
luz de ámbar

Related Words

resin
Viscous organic substance secreted by some plants.
resina
jewelry
Art of making and selling personal adornments.
joyería

Slang Meanings

Refers to a person with a unique and bright style.
She is the amber of the group, always attracting attention.
Ella es la ámbar del grupo, siempre atrayendo las miradas.
A reference to something that is old but valuable.
That place is an amber; it has so much history.
Ese lugar es un ámbar; tiene tanta historia.