Blasones (en. Coats of arms)

/bla'sones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Heraldic shield that symbolizes a family, town, or entity.
The blazons of noble families are displayed in the museum.
Los blasones de las familias nobles se exhiben en el museo.
Set of symbols and figures that adorn a shield.
The blazon is composed of various colors and geometric figures.
El blason se compone de varios colores y figuras geométricas.
Graphic representation used in heraldry.
The study of blazons is fundamental to understanding the history of dynasties.
El estudio de los blasones es fundamental para entender la historia de las dinastías.

Etymology

From the French 'blason', which refers to a shield or emblem.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bear blazons
To proudly represent family heritage or identity.
llevar blasones
gold blazons
It symbolizes high distinction or nobility.
blasones de oro
to blazon
To ostentate achievements or heritage.
blasonar

Related Words

heraldry
Study and practice of blazons and shields.
heráldica
shield
Object that contains the blazon and represents a family or entity.
escudo
symbolism
Use of symbols to represent ideas or entities.
simbolismo

Slang Meanings

To have a renowned surname
That person has blazons in their surname.
Esa persona tiene blasones en su apellido.
To boast of lineage or status
He always brags about his family and its history.
Siempre blasona de su familia y su historia.