Ejemplares (en. Copies)

/e.xemˈpla.res/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Reproduced copy of a book, magazine, etc.
I bought two copies of my favorite author's new book.
Compré dos ejemplares del nuevo libro de mi autor favorito.
Samples of an animal or plant.
Scientists studied several specimens of that endangered species.
Los científicos estudiaron varios ejemplares de esa especie en peligro.
Model or reference used for teaching or showing.
The teacher used copies of previous works to show examples to the students.
El maestro usó ejemplares de trabajos anteriores para mostrar ejemplos a los alumnos.

Etymology

From Latin 'exemplaris', which means 'serving as an example'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

model of behavior
A person who serves as a role model in their actions.
ejemplar de conducta
exemplary presentation
An exhibition that is a model of clarity and order.
ejemplar presentación
copies for sale
Products that are available for purchase.
ejemplares a la venta

Related Words

example
Case or situation used to illustrate something.
ejemplo
by example
Expression used to refer to something that stands out as a model.
por ejemplar

Slang Meanings

Reference or model in some field.
You are an exemplary employee, everyone sees you as a leader.
Tú eres un ejemplar en tu trabajo, todos te ven como un líder.
Copy of something that is sold or distributed.
That record became a rare copy and everyone is looking for it.
Ese disco se convirtió en un ejemplar raro y todo el mundo lo busca.