Cámara (en. Camera)

/ˈka.ma.ɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A device used to take photographs or record videos.
The digital camera has a high resolution.
La cámara digital tiene una alta resolución.
A room or enclosed space.
I'm going to rest in my room for a while.
Voy a descansar en mi cámara un rato.
A set of instruments used to observe phenomena.
The ultrasound camera is essential in medical exams.
La cámara de ecografía es esencial en los exámenes médicos.

Etymology

From Latin 'camera', which means 'chamber' or 'room'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fast motion
A method for recording or playing back images at high speed.
cámara rápida
slow motion
A method for recording or playing back images at low speed.
cámara lenta
chamber room
A room where certain formalities take place, such as a court session.
sala de cámara

Related Words

photography
The art of capturing images.
fotografía
video
A recording of moving images.
video
back chamber
Room or space where something is stored.
recámara

Slang Meanings

Colloquial expression to refer to a friend or mate.
What's up, dude?
¿Qué onda, cámara?
In some countries, it is used to express surprise or disbelief.
No way! Don't tell me that really happened.
¡Cámara! No me digas que eso pasó de verdad.