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    Descollaba (en. Stood out)

    /des.koˈʎa.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To stand out or make something or someone distinct by quality or ability.
    In the competition, she stood out among the other participants.
    En la competencia, ella descollaba entre los demás participantes.
    To highlight due to some exceptional characteristic.
    Her talent in music always stood out in every performance.
    Su talento en la música siempre descollaba en cada actuación.
    To be notable or outstanding in a given group or context.
    The new project stood out for its innovation and creativity.
    El nuevo proyecto descollaba por su innovación y creatividad.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'excollāre', which means 'to elevate' or 'to make stand out'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    stood out for her talent
    He was notable for his exceptional skills.
    descollaba por su talento
    stood out on the team
    He became the most recognized figure in the group.
    descollaba en el equipo
    stood out in this class
    She was the most distinguished student among her classmates.
    en esta clase descollaba

    Related Words

    sobresalir
    To stand out above others.
    sobresalir
    distinction
    Quality of being distinct or special.
    distinción
    talent
    Ability or skill to do something with ease.
    talento

    Slang Meanings

    To be the best at something.
    That play was incredible, you really stood out on the court.
    Esa jugada fue increíble, realmente descollabas en la cancha.
    To attract attention in a positive way.
    With that dress, you definitely stood out at the party.
    Con ese vestido, definitivamente descollabas en la fiesta.