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    Brillar (en. Shine)

    /briˈjar/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To emit light or reflect it.
    The stars shine in the night sky.
    Las estrellas brillan en el cielo nocturno.
    To stand out in some activity or area.
    She shines in dramatic arts.
    Ella brilla en el arte dramático.
    To be remarkable or outstanding in something.
    The student shone in his final exam.
    El estudiante brilló en su examen final.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'brillare', which means 'to shine' or 'to radiate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to shine for one's absence
    Not being present when expected.
    brillar por su ausencia
    to shine with one's own light
    Having a talent or quality that stands out on its own.
    brillar con luz propia
    to leave someone in the shadows
    Making someone not stand out compared to another person who shines more.
    dejar a alguien en la sombra

    Related Words

    shine
    The quality of what shines.
    brillo
    shining
    That shines; having an intense brightness.
    brillante
    brilliance
    Quality of shining.
    brillantez

    Slang Meanings

    To stand out at a party
    That girl really knows how to shine at parties.
    Esa chica realmente sabe brillar en las fiestas.
    To do something exceptional
    The director shone with his innovative approach.
    El director brilló con su enfoque innovador.