Encarnada (en. Incarnated)

/enkaɾˈnaða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is represented in physical or material form.
The embodied figure of liberty is shown in the sculpture.
La figura encarnada de la libertad se muestra en la escultura.
That has taken shape or reality in something concrete.
Love became embodied when he decided to help others.
El amor se hizo encarnado cuando decidió ayudar a los demás.
That has been personified.
Justice is embodied in the figure of the judge.
La justicia está encarnada en la figura de la jueza.

Etymology

From Latin 'incarnāta', the participle of the verb 'incarnāre', which means 'to make flesh'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

embodied in faith
To represent a belief in a tangible way.
encarnada en la fe
embodied in the struggle
To personify a cause through action.
encarnada en la lucha

Related Words

encarnar
To take shape or body in something or someone.
encarnar
encarnación
The action of embodying; the way something becomes tangible.
encarnación

Slang Meanings

It is a way of referring to someone who is very passionate.
She is embodied in her beliefs, she never gives up.
Ella es encarnada en sus creencias, nunca se rinde.
It is used to describe someone who lives fully.
The artist is embodied in his music, he gives everything on stage.
El artista es encarnada en su música, da todo en el escenario.