Brujas (en. Witches)
/ˈbɾuxas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
People associated with magic or sorcery.
Witches in the Middle Ages were persecuted.
Las brujas en la Edad Media eran perseguidas.
Women who possess supernatural powers.
It was said that witches could fly on broomsticks.
Se decía que las brujas podían volar en escobas.
Literary or mythological figures related to the occult.
In fairy tales, witches are often villains.
En los cuentos de hadas, las brujas suelen ser villanas.
Etymology
From Old Spanish bruxo, which means sorcerer.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to practice witchcraft
To practice magic or sorcery.
hacer brujería
to come out of nowhere
To appear unexpectedly or surprisingly.
salir de brujas
to be a witch
To be clever or have special abilities in a negative context.
ser bruja
Related Words
witchcraft
Practice of magic and sorcery.
brujería
spell
Incantation or magic performed to influence something.
hechizo
potion
Magical or medicinal drink.
pócima
wand
Instrument used in magical practices.
varita
Slang Meanings
Girl who behaves in a peculiar or mysterious way.
That girl is a witch, she always has an enigmatic air.
Esa chica es una bruja, siempre tiene un aire enigmático.
A person who manipulates situations to their advantage.
Don't trust her, she's a witch when she wants to get something.
No te fíes de ella, es una bruja cuando quiere conseguir algo.