Bordes (en. Edges)
/ˈbordes/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
They are the lines or limits that delineate a figure or surface.
The edges of the table are very sharp.
Los bordes de la mesa son muy afilados.
Outer or extreme parts of an object.
Avoid walking near the edges of the cliff.
Evita caminar cerca de los bordes del acantilado.
Transition lines between different parts of an object.
The artist worked on the edges of the painting to add more definition.
El artista trabajó en los bordes de la pintura para añadir más definición.
Etymology
From the Latin 'margo', meaning 'border' or 'limit'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
borderless
without limits or restrictions.
sin bordes
to the edges
referring to the outer or extreme parts of a place.
a los bordes
sharp edges
making reference to limits that can cause harm.
bordes afilados
Related Words
edge
Outer part or boundary of something.
borde
frame
Structure that supports or delimits something.
marco
limit
Point beyond which something cannot go.
límite
Slang Meanings
Represents people or things that are heavy or difficult to handle.
That guy is a border, he never smiles.
Ese tipo es un borde, nunca sonríe.
Refers to someone who is somewhat odd or eccentric.
That girl is a bit of a border, she always says unusual things.
Esa chica es un poco borde, siempre dice cosas inusuales.