Críticas (en. Critiques)

kree-tik-as

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Analysis or judgment of a work, action, or person.
The critiques of the movie were very positive.
Las críticas de la película fueron muy positivas.
Unfavorable or negative comments about a topic.
The critique of the book was quite harsh.
La crítica del libro fue bastante dura.
Review or evaluation of a work or performance.
The students received constructive critiques of their presentation.
Los estudiantes recibieron críticas constructivas de su presentación.

Etymology

From the Greek 'kritikós', which means 'capable of judgment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

constructive criticism
Comments aimed at improving something.
crítica constructiva
to give critiques
To make observations about something, generally with the intention of pointing out flaws or areas for improvement.
dar críticas
negative criticism
Unfavorable observations that can affect the perception of someone or something.
crítica negativa

Related Words

critic
A person who evaluates or comments on something.
crítico
literary criticism
Analysis and judgment of literary works.
crítica literaria
film criticism
Evaluation and comments about movies.
crítica de cine

Slang Meanings

Hater
He always has critiques; he is a hater of everything.
Él siempre tiene críticas, es un hater de todo.
Critic
Don't be a critic; learn to accept critiques.
No seas cernidor, aprende a aceptar las críticas.