Espectros (en. Spectra)

/es·pek·tros/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Manifestations or apparitions of deceased persons.

Many claim to have seen specters in the old mansion.

Muchos aseguran haber visto espectros en la antigua mansión.

Figures that represent the shadow or image of something.

The specters of animals constantly appear in their paintings.

Los espectros de los animales constantemente aparecen en sus pinturas.

Representations of something immaterial or abstract.

The specters of war still linger in the memories of the survivors.

Los espectros de la guerra aún persisten en la memoria de los sobrevivientes.

From Latin 'spectrum,' meaning 'image or apparition.'

specters of the past

Memories or recollections that have a strong emotional impact.

espectros del pasado

to see specters

To experience or recognize something unusual or supernatural.

ver espectros

specter of doubt

Uncertainty that persists over a topic or issue.

espectro de la duda

ghost

Being believed to be the soul of a deceased person that returns to life.

fantasma

vision

Appearance or image that presents itself to the sight, often related to supernatural experiences.

visión

shadow

Dark representation of an object, related to darkness.

sombra

Unexpected appearance.

That news was a specter for everyone at the meeting.

Esa noticia fue un espectro para todos en la reunión.

Something that cannot be seen but is felt.

The specter of work pressure is affecting me.

El espectro de la presión laboral me está afectando.