Cicatrices (en. Scars)

/sikaˈtɾises/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Marks that remain on the skin after a wound has healed.
The scars from the surgery were visible.
Las cicatrices de la operación eran visibles.
Physical signs that represent past sufferings.
Each scar tells a story of overcoming.
Cada cicatriz cuenta una historia de superación.
Damaged through an action that causes an emotional impact.
Emotional scars can be as deep as physical ones.
Las cicatrices emocionales pueden ser tan profundas como las físicas.

Etymology

From the Latin cicatrix, -icis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bear scars
To have visible marks on the body that indicate past wounds.
llevar cicatrices
scars of the soul
Referring to emotional wounds or traumas.
cicatrices del alma
war scars
Marks resulting from difficult experiences or battles.
cicatrices de guerra

Related Words

wound
Physical injury that can leave scars.
herida
healing
Healing process that can lead to scar formation.
cura
treatment
Method applied to help heal scars.
tratamiento

Slang Meanings

Mark of experience
That scar is a mark of life.
Esa cicatriz es una marca de la vida.
Reminder of something painful
Childhood scars can sometimes leave a deep mark.
Las cicatrices de la infancia a veces marcan mucho.